Before you start worrying about whether the Jeep Compass is built right or not thanks to all the news of a recall being announced over the replacement of a faulty front airbag module, remember that recalls are part and parcel of the automotive world. Companies are constantly checking and re-checking their components and the minute a fault is found, they proactively announce a recall. Basically it’s a good thing that the company is taking the right steps to fix a fault and ensuring that you remain safe.
Jeep Compass
In the case of the Jeep Compass, the recall in India was initiated after FCA US LLC made a similar announcement. The part in question happens to be loose fasteners in the front airbag module which came to the notice of the supplier who then raised the issue with Jeep. Less than 1 per cent of the Jeep Compass SUVs will be recalled and in India this has resulted in only 1,200 customers having to come in and get it fixed.
The reason for the recall is to replace the front airbag module
The company made it clear that while there are no related injuries, accidents, warranty claims or complaints from customers on this front, the faulty fasteners pose a threat if the vehicle is subject to an accident and they have already set in motion the plan to remedy the situation at the earliest.
FCA India will replace the airbag module in 1200 Jeep Compass SUVs
FCA India has stated that the replacement of the front airbags will be done free of cost. Customers whose Jeep Compass require the replacement will be contacted by the authorized dealer to fix an appointment and get the new airbag module installed.