Jeep Compass and Renegade: Defect in hybrid drive battery can lead to overheating and fire

20/06/2023

Jeep is recalling 7,243 Compass and Renegade models built between 2022 and 2023. The reason for the recall is a defect in the hybrid drive battery, which can lead to overheating and fire.

The serial number of the PBU valve is checked in the workshop and the battery is replaced if necessary. The KBA is monitoring the measure under the reference number “012858” and the manufacturer-internal code is “59A“.

Recall details

Make:	Jeep
Model:	Compass and Renegade
Year of manufacture:	2022 – 2023
Production:	2022 – 2023
Extent:	7,243
Code:	59A

Source: KBA 012858 (Search Rückrufcode: 59A)

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