Chrysler (FCA US) – Transmission Software May Cause Abrupt Downshift

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.


Report Received Date 02/05/2019
NHTSA ID 19V068000
Consequence Summary If a downshift occurs, the vehicle will suddenly decrease speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code V20
Potentially Affected 8950
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V068000)

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