REC-000745

active

2006–2009 JEEP & DODGE COMPASS & CALIBER

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: FCA Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 4 July 2019

Defect

The length of the rear wheel hub mounting bolts may prevent use of the park brake.

Hazard

Being unable to engage the parking brake could allow unintended movement of the vehicle under certain conditions, which could affect safety for the vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders.

Remedy

Affected owners will be contacted by FCA Australia and advised to schedule an appointment with their nearest Chrysler Dodge and Jeep Dealer for repair, at no cost to the consumer. For further information, consumers can contact https://www.jeep.com.au/contact-us.html or call FCA Australia on 1300 133 079. To find your nearest authorised Chrysler Dodge Jeep dealership, visit https://www.jeep.com.au/dealers.html

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — FCA Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000745