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NHTSARecalled Feb 5, 2019 · #19V068000

Transmission Software May Cause Abrupt Downshift

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Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Fiat Spider 124 vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and abruptly decelerate. If a downshift occurs, the vehicle will suddenly decrease speed, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Transmission Software May Cause Abrupt Downshift
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. The recall began March 28, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V20.

View the official CPSC notice