Front assembly: head restraintRecall 22V-248 · 2022 Jeep Compass

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recall 22V-248 covers 114 2022 Jeep Compass for a front assembly: head restraint problem, reported to NHTSA on April 14, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 66% of affected vehicles repaired.

66%
Vehicles repaired75 of 114 · 2024 Q1
Vehicles affected1141 model
ReportedApr 14, 2022Owners notified Jun 3, 2022
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V248000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

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."

The risk

Improperly welded head restraints can result in an increased risk of injury to seat occupants during a crash.

What to do

The fix

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.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

66%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2022 Q22024 Q1
1 model

Vehicles in this recall