Jeep Compass: The Pbu (pressure Valve) Membrane In The High Voltage Battery Pack May Not Be Sealed Due To Incomplete Ultrasonic Welding
Recall Summary Jeep is recalling 382 Compass and Renegade vehicles because the pressure valve membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be properly sealed due to incomplete welding. If the battery pack becomes fully submerged in water, water can enter and potentially cause a fire. Owners should check the QR code on the pressure valve to verify their battery's compliance and have it replaced if needed.
- Recalling firm
- JEEP
- Product
- Vehicles: JEEP COMPASS, JEEP RENEGADE. Units affected: 382
- Reason
- 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.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2023-07-10
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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