Issue ID | 1475640 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11102804 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | JEEP |
Model | PATRIOT |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 16/06/18 |
Component | SEATS |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Safety headrest failure. Ahr (active headrest restraint) failure. Was driving at 25mph, passenger headrest exploded causing loud noise and distracted my driving. Pulled over to inspect my vehicle and found the passenger headrest was deployed. This is a safety feature that is intended to engage during a collision. I was never involved in a collision in this vehicle. Jeep has been contacted regarding this issue with little resolution. Vehicle has less than 40,000 miles, basic safety equipment should not be failing at this point. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 39050 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | CHICOPEE, MA |
VIN pattern | 1C4NJRFB9EDXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 20 |
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