Jeep Compass Recalled In India Over Airbag Issue; Is Yours On The List?

This move from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is a part of a global recall which was announced on November 22, 2017, which has affected 7,000 units of Jeep Compass in the US market and around 1,000 units of the SUV in countries such as Canada and Mexico.

The reason behind this recall is to repair the loose fasteners which have made its way into the airbag module during the assembly of the airbag. The automaker has stated that the loose fasteners are a threat to the front passenger if the airbag deploys.

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has said that the company is not aware of any injuries, accidents or complaints due to the loose fasteners in the front airbag. At the same time, the company has advised the customers of the affected units to not to use the front passenger seat until the issue is fixed.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles India and the dealerships across the country will notify the affected customers in the coming weeks and will replace the loose fasteners free of cost. So, do check with your dealer if your SUV is on the list or not.

The Jeep Compass SUV has been a popular product in India since its launch in July 2017. Until October 2017, the automaker has sold 7,561 units of Compass in the country. The company will also introduce the petrol version of the SUV in the coming months. You can also read our detailed review of the Compass to know more about the SUV.

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Usually, in India we see car manufacturers refraining from issuing recalls as it will damage the image of the vehicle in the country. But Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has taken a bold step by announcing the problem with the SUV and issuing a recall for the safety of the customers. This recall also shows that no matter how big the brand is, defective components do creep in during the manufacturing process.