JEEP COMPASS (2018) recall — Suspension
Chrysler recalls certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles with potentially incorrectly welded front lower control arms that could separate, causing loss of vehicle control and crash risk.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the lower control arm separates, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Chrysler is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles because their front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, which could cause the control arm to separate and lead to loss of vehicle control. This recall matters because it can increase the risk of a crash if the control arm separates. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225063-2018-jeep-compass-suspension-recall-risk-of-loss-of-vehicle.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225063-2018-jeep-compass-suspension-recall-risk-of-loss-of-vehicle · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V279000
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“2018 Jeep Compass Suspension Recall: Risk of Loss of Vehicle Control.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225063-2018-jeep-compass-suspension-recall-risk-of-loss-of-vehicle. Based on NHTSA recall #18V279000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V279000).
Why it’s dangerous
If the front lower control arm separates, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, which increases the risk of a crash. This happens because the control arm is critical for maintaining proper suspension alignment and stability.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles with potentially incorrectly welded front lower control arms are affected. Drivers of these vehicles are most at risk if the control arm separates.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2018 Jeep Compass has the front lower control arms that may be incorrectly welded. The recall began May 31, 2018, and applies to specific vehicles.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Chrysler Customer Service
Call 1-800-853-1403 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a replacement.
Have Dealership Inspect Vehicle
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U42.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially causing separation and loss of vehicle control.
How can I check if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your 2018 Jeep Compass was manufactured after May 31, 2018, and has the front lower control arms that may be incorrectly welded.
What should I do if my vehicle is affected?
Contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to schedule a free inspection and possible replacement of the front lower control arms.
Contact Chrysler
We’ve drafted a message you can send Chrysler to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V279000 — Chrysler Chrysler Hello, I own a Chrysler that is covered by recall 18V279000 from Chrysler. The official recall notice states: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U42. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V279000 (January 5, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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