The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·10V234000·Announced 2010-06-03

Chrysler Recalls 2007 Jeep Compass and Dodge Caliber for Accelerator Pedal Defect

Chrysler is recalling 2007 Jeep Compass and Dodge Caliber vehicles because the accelerator pedal may bind or stick due to dislodged pivot bushings.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (accelerator pedal binding) which poses a significant risk of injury or property damage, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler Group LLC is recalling certain model year 2007 Dodge Caliber and Jeep Compass passenger vehicles manufactured between March 7 and May 19, 2006. The recall involves approximately 24,825 vehicles.

The defect involves pivot bushings in vehicles with oversized accelerator pedal bearing pockets that may become dislodged. This can potentially cause the accelerator pedal to bind or stick. If the pedal binds or becomes stuck, it can be overcome by smart brakes which override the accelerator pedal in certain conditions.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace all affected accelerator pedal assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began on June 29, 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler toll-free at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
JEEP, DODGE COMPASS, CALIBER
Brand
JEEP
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Affected units
24,825

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • COMPASS
  • CALIBER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same hazard · accelerator pedal binding

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