FIAT 500X 2019: AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V287000

Make Model Year
FIAT 500X 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-05-02 2019-04-10 2019-04-10

Production Dates: 2018-07-30 - 2019-04-03

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: V42

Component: AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 25004

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. Incorrect software may cause the occupant restraint controller "ORC" module to disable certain passive safety features.

Consequence

Deactivated passive safety features can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC module software, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V42.

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.