Large Recall NHTSA · 13V233000 Reported June 4, 2013

Delayed deployment or non-deployment of airbags

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Air Bags · 254,396 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13V233000
Manufacturer Campaign
N01
Component
Air Bags
Vehicles Affected
254,396
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 4, 2013

Defect Summary

Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 jeep compass and patriot vehicles manufactured may 6, 2008, through july 20, 2012. the affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.

Safety Consequence

In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. as a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. the recall began june 21, 2013. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. chrysler's recall number is n01.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 13V233000 or campaign N01.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 13V233000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 13V233000?

NHTSA recall 13V233000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on June 4, 2013. It addresses: Delayed deployment or non-deployment of airbags. The recall affects approximately 254,396 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V233000 or the manufacturer campaign number N01. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.