Air bag/restraint control module: softwareRecall 24V-694 · 2017–2020 FIAT 124 Spider
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recall 24V-694 covers 15,835 2017–2020 FIAT 124 Spider for a air bag/restraint control module: software problem, reported to NHTSA on September 18, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 39% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V694000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will update the air bag control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is A3B.
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
39%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 399 vehicles were listed as unreachable.