NHTSA vehicle safety data

2015 Jeep Patriot

The 2015 Jeep Patriot has 1 NHTSA recall and 313 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Jeep dealer.

Complete safety data for the 2015 Jeep Patriot, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

NHTSA #15V878000

Reported December 23, 2015 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured January 1, 2015, to May 11, 2015. During assembly, the power steering hose retention clamp may have been installed at an incorrect location, resulting in the detachment of the low pressure return hose.

Safety consequence

If the power steering fluid return hose detaches, it would leak fluid and increase the risk of a fire.

Free manufacturer remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the return power steering hose clamp, repositioning the clamp as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R68.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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