Jeep has recalled 451 examples of the Jeep Compass SUV in Australia – sold from 2017 to 2023 – citing a labelling error with, with towing placards in the driver’s door that may overstate the vehicle’s official maximum towing capacity.
The recall applies to all variants of the current generation Jeep Compass on sale in Australia since September 2017.
The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “The towing capacity labels found on the driver’s side door and tow bar do not match the approved maximum capacities listed in the owners manual.”
| Date of recall notice | 4 May 2023 |
| Make | Jeep |
| Model | Compass |
| Year | 2017-2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 451 |
| VIN list | Click here to download the list of affected VIN numbers |
| Contact link | Click here to contact the manufacturer |
A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 451 vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.
Jeep advises owners of affected vehicles to contact their nearest Chrysler Jeep Dodge (CJD) Dealer to have the non-compliant label removed and a new replacement label affixed showing the correct specifications, free of charge.
Owners can find their nearest authorised CJD dealer here, or contact the Jeep Customer Assistance Centre on 1300 133 079
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