Recall 17V732 affects 27,210 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles for loose passenger air bag inflator nuts. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
Jeep is recalling 27,210 2018 Compass vehicles because loose passenger-side air bag inflator mounting nuts can sit unsecured inside the module. In a crash that deploys the air bag, those nuts can become projectiles and strike occupants, with a risk of serious injury or death; Jeep dealers will repair the assembly free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger airbag module in the 2018 Jeep Compass sits inside the instrument panel on the passenger side. It holds the airbag cushion and inflator, the device that rapidly fills the bag during a crash. The mounting nuts are supposed to secure the inflator inside that module so the assembly stays fixed and ready to deploy as designed.
On affected Compass vehicles, loose inflator mounting nuts were left inside the passenger airbag module during supplier assembly. The supplier process allowed nuts from an open box above the work area to fall through openings in the module before the inflator was installed. That leaves loose metal hardware inside a safety component that is supposed to be tightly assembled.
A rattle from the instrument panel was part of the investigation, but the recall does not give owners a dependable warning sign. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Jeep Compass | front air bag |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 27,210 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 5 field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Jeep Compass is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash that triggers air bag deployment, unsecured inflator mounting nuts outside the passenger air bag cushion can become projectiles and strike the driver or passengers, leading to serious injury or death. Schedule the recall repair soon, especially if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Jeep Compass is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the free passenger air bag module assembly replacement that fixes the loose inflator mounting nuts.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 17V732 when you call.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete, since loose nuts become a projectile risk if the passenger air bag deploys in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician replaces the passenger air bag module assembly. That work addresses loose inflator mounting nuts inside the passenger-side air bag module. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for this air bag repair before the owner letter, the reimbursement process asks customers to send the original receipt or other proof of payment for confirmation of the expense.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 21, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 28, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 10, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| January 10, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 10, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 10, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V732?
Recall 17V732 covers 27,210 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles with passenger-side air bag inflator mounting nuts loose inside the module assembly. In a crash with air bag deployment, unsecured nuts can become projectiles and strike occupants, causing serious injury or death. Jeep dealers replace the passenger air bag module assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Jeep Compass is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Compass is included in recall 17V732. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule replacement of the passenger air bag module assembly. Reference recall number 17V732 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost, and Jeep dealers will replace the passenger air bag module assembly free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury from loose air bag hardware during a crash. If the passenger air bag deploys, unsecured inflator mounting nuts outside the cushion assembly can strike the driver or other occupants, causing serious injury or death.
What if I bought my 2018 Jeep Compass used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Compass is included, then contact a franchised Jeep dealer and reference recall 17V732.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V732000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V732 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V732000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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