Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Recall 19V-068 · 2017–2019 FIAT 124 Spider
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recall 19V-068 covers 8,950 2017–2019 FIAT 124 Spider for a automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) problem, reported to NHTSA on February 5, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q2) shows 84% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V068000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
If a downshift occurs, the vehicle will suddenly decrease speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
84%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 159 vehicles were listed as unreachable.