Jeep Compass Recall R/2018/273: The Passenger Airbag (Pab) May Contain Loose Fastners Due To An Assembly Problem At The…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 Oct 2018
- Launched
- 26
- vehicles in the UK
- T78
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Jeep recalled Compass vehicles built between 16 September 2017 and 6 April 2018. The Passenger Airbag (PAB) may contain loose fasteners. The dealer will replace passenger airbag. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The Passenger Airbag (PAB) may contain loose fasteners.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE PASSENGER AIRBAG (PAB) MAY CONTAIN LOOSE FASTNERS DUE TO AN ASSEMBLY PROBLEM AT THE SUPPLIER Defect: The Passenger Airbag (PAB) may contain loose fasteners. Remedy: Replace passenger airbag.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the passenger airbag (pab) may contain loose fastners due to an assembly problem at the supplier.
The Fix
The dealer will replace passenger airbag.
Are You Affected?
Compass built between 16 September 2017 and 6 April 2018 may be included. Jeep estimates 26 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Jeep, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Jeep.
- Book with any franchised Jeep dealer, quoting the campaign code T78 or the DVSA reference R/2018/273. See how to get a Jeep recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
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|---|---|---|---|
| Compass, RenegadeIncorrect tyre size data on Certificate of Conformity (CoC) | Book soon | R/2024/184 | |
| Compass, RenegadeThe PBU (pressure valve) membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be sealed due to incomplete ultrasonic welding | Urgent | R/2023/202 | |
| CompassThe body control module software may allow the engine stop start system to operate outside of the emissions certification | Low | R/2019/176 | |
| CompassAn unlatched rear seat back may have reduced luggaage retention capabilities and may have increased forward displacement | Book soon | R/2018/303 | |
| CompassDaytime running lamp functions incorrectly when indicator is activated | Book soon | R/2014/033 |
This is one of 112 Jeep recalls in DVSA’s data. The Jeep recall launched before it was R/2018/202 on 24 Aug 2018, for rear lower control arm may experience excessive corrosion. The one launched after it was R/2018/303 on 26 Nov 2018, for an unlatched rear seat back may have reduced luggaage retention capabilities and may have…. You can also see every Jeep recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/273, launched 9 October 2018. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.