Compass
Compass was recalled on 1 December 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1657/17. Electric shock risk reported by Germany. The User’s Guide contains incorrect information regarding the jump start procedure, depicting the battery terminals with reversed polarity in the battery terminal graphic.
| Alert Number | A12/1657/17 |
| Brand | Jeep |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Individual type approval; Type: MP |
| Published | 1 December 2017 |
Risk Description
The User’s Guide contains incorrect information regarding the jump start procedure, depicting the battery terminals with reversed polarity in the battery terminal graphic. This could lead to an electric shock.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Compass.
About this risk
This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use.
Recommended action
Unplug the product immediately and do not use it. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact the manufacturer or retailer for a recall remedy.
Who is at risk?
Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens.