The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·17V192000·Announced 2017-03-21

Fiat 500L Recall: Powertrain Software Limits Engine Acceleration

Chrysler is recalling 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles because incorrect Powertrain Control Module software may limit engine speed and torque, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the defect increases the risk of a crash, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles. The recall involves 25,583 vehicles in the United States.

The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration may be incorrect. This defect can limit the engine to idle speed and torque even when the accelerator pedal is fully pressed. If the vehicle does not accelerate as expected, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PCM software free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact the Fiat Information Center at 1-888-242-6342 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FIAT 500L
Brand
FIAT
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Powertrain / Software
Hazard
Affected units
25,583

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • 500L

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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