Recall 22V248 affects 114 2022 Jeep Compass SUVs for improperly welded front head restraints. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
Jeep is recalling 114 2022 Compass vehicles because the front seat head restraints were not welded properly. In a crash, improperly welded head restraints can increase the risk of injury to seat occupants; Jeep dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front seat head restraint in the 2022 Jeep Compass is the padded support at the top of each front seat. Inside that padded piece is a metal frame welded together to hold its shape and lock into the seatback. In normal use, the frame keeps the head restraint in the correct position for the occupant.
On affected Compass SUVs, one or both front head restraint frames were built with welds in the wrong location. A weld is supposed to join the frame at a specific point, so the part has the strength and shape required by the head restraint safety standard. When the weld is off location, the head restraint is not the same as the correctly built service part.
There is no warning sign before failure. The head restraint does not have a dashboard light, noise, smell, or driveability symptom that tells an owner the weld location is wrong.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Jeep Compass | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 114 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022 Jeep Compass is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Improper welds in the front seat head restraints reduce occupant protection during a crash and increase injury risk. There is no warning sign before a problem with the head restraint is apparent, so confirm your VIN and schedule the dealer repair. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Jeep Compass is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the free replacement of both front seat head restraints, the repair for the improper welds.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 22V248 and Jeep recall Z36 when you call.
- Use extra care until the repair is complete; the head restraints are part of crash protection for seat occupants.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician replaces both front seat head restraints because the original restraints were not welded properly. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. FCA US also offers reimbursement for owners who already paid to repair this same head restraint problem before the recall notice. Send the original receipt or other proof of payment to FCA US for confirmation of the expense, using the instructions in the owner letter or the service desk's guidance.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 14, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 3, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| June 3, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 3, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 3, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 3, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V248?
Recall 22V248 covers 114 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles with front seat head restraints that were not welded properly. The defect means the vehicles do not meet the federal head restraint standard. Jeep dealers will replace both front seat head restraints for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Jeep Compass is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Compass is included in recall 22V248. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule replacement of both front seat head restraints. Reference recall number 22V248 or Jeep recall Z36 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 22V248, Jeep dealers will replace both front seat head restraints free of charge, including parts and labor.
Is it safe to drive my 2022 Jeep Compass before the head restraint repair?
Jeep did not issue a do-not-drive instruction for recall 22V248. The defect still matters: improperly welded front head restraints can increase injury risk for seat occupants during a crash. Confirm your VIN and schedule the free dealer repair.
When were owners notified about recall 22V248?
Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. If you bought the Compass used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your vehicle is included, then call a franchised Jeep dealer or FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V248000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V248 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V248000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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