FIAT 500L 2014: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V192000

Make Model Year
FIAT 500L 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-04-13 2017-03-21 2017-03-22

Production Dates: 2013-03-06 - 2014-10-14

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: T19

Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 25583

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles. The Powertrain Control Module "PCM" software calibration maybe incorrect, limiting the engine to idle speed and torque even when accelerator pedal is fully pressed.

Consequence

If the vehicle does not accelerate as expected, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2017. Owners may the Fiat Information Center at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is T19.

Notes

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.