2017–2019 Fiat 124 Spider Recall: Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM)…
NHTSA campaign 19V068000 · Power Train · filed Feb 5, 2019 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Fiat | 124 Spider | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 19V068000 (manufacturer number V20). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.