NHTSA Recall 13V120000: Fuel system, gasoline
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20,799 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Jeep Compass.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V120000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N17 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Report received | April 3, 2013 |
| Owner notification | July 19, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 Jeep Patriot and Compass vehicles manufactured October 18, 2011, through May 7, 2012. Due to an incorrectly manufactured transfer tube, the transfer of fuel from the secondary side to the primary side of the fuel tank may be interrupted, causing the engine to stall.
Safety risk
If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank transfer tube free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on May 30, 2013. Owners were notified by Chrysler on July 19, 2013, that parts are now available. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N17.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V120000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.