Chrysler recalls model year 2017-2019 Fiat Spider 124s

The vehicle may downshift unexpectedly and decelerate abruptlyThe vehicle may downshift unexpectedly and decelerate abruptly

03/11/2019

James Limbach Reporter

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 8,933 model year 2017-2019 Fiat Spider 124s equipped with automatic transmissions.

Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to downshift unexpectedly and decelerate abruptly, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V20.

James Limbach

A Washington, D.C., reporter for more than 30 years, Jim Limbach covers the federal agencies for ConsumerAffairs. Previously, he was a reporter and news anchor for Associated Press Broadcast Services, where he covered business and consumer news as well as space shots and other major spot news events.

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