Jeep Compass, Renegade Recall R/2023/202: The PBU (Pressure Valve) Membrane In The High Voltage Battery Pack May Not Be Sealed Due…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 10 Jul 2023
- Launched
- 191
- vehicles in the UK
- 59A
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Jeep recalled Compass, Renegade vehicles built between 9 November 2022 and 9 March 2023. The PBU (pressure valve) membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be sealed due to incomplete ultrasonic welding. The dealer will check the QR code on the PBU (pressure valve) to verify the compliance of the 48V battery and replacement of the 48V battery if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The PBU (pressure valve) membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be sealed due to incomplete ultrasonic welding. If the battery pack is completely submerged in water (i.e. water fording) water can enter the battery pack which can cause a fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: The PBU (pressure valve) membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be sealed due to incomplete ultrasonic welding Defect: On affected vehicles The PBU (pressure valve) membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be sealed due to incomplete ultrasonic welding. If the battery pack is completely submerged in water (i.e. water fording) water can enter the battery pack which can cause a fire. Remedy: Check the QR code on the PBU (pressure valve) to verify the compliance of the 48V battery and replacement of the 48V battery if necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the PBU (pressure valve) membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be sealed due to incomplete ultrasonic welding.
The Fix
The dealer will check the QR code on the PBU (pressure valve) to verify the compliance of the 48V battery and replacement of the 48V battery if necessary.
Are You Affected?
Compass, Renegade built between 9 November 2022 and 9 March 2023 may be included. Jeep estimates 191 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.
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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 59A or the DVSA reference R/2023/202. 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 | |
| RenegadeCatalyst efficiency | Low | R/2023/286 | |
| CompassThe body control module software may allow the engine stop start system to operate outside of the emissions certification | Low | R/2019/176 | |
| RenegadeThe occupant restraint controller (orc) special features / function configuration memory may be incorrectly updated when certain diagnostic service tools are used | Low | R/2019/152 | |
| RenegadeThe right side engine mount may not have been machined correctly | Low | R/2019/054 |
This is one of 112 Jeep recalls in DVSA’s data. The Jeep recall launched before it was R/2022/342 on 13 Jan 2023, for the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU/ABS) Anti-lock Brake System module may have been built…. The one launched after it was R/2023/196 on 4 Aug 2023, for the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) may allow relative movement between the input splines and…. You can also see every Jeep recall, the Jeep Renegade recall history, all recalls launched in 2023 and high-voltage battery recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2023/202, launched 10 July 2023. 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.