NHTSA Recall 22V248000: Head restraint (seats)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 114 vehicles. It affects 2022 Jeep Compass.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V248000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | Z36 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › HEAD RESTRAINT |
| Report received | April 14, 2022 |
| Owner notification | June 3, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front seat head restraints were not welded properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
Safety risk
Improperly welded head restraints can result in an increased risk of injury to seat occupants during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both front seat head restraints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z36.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V248000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jeep Compass | 2022 |
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.