Chrysler Group is recalling approximately 19,500 cars to upgrade their transmission software.
Chrysler Group engineers launched an investigation after reviewing reports that some vehicles equipped with dual dry clutch automatic transmissions would not shift readily out of park and/or their transmissions did not receive, or were slow to receive, an intended gear selection.
Chrysler Group is unaware of any related injuries or accidents.
The investigation discovered the function of one microcontroller component may be compromised by certain temperature extremes. A software update resolves the issue.
Affected are certain 2014 Fiat 500L models, of which approximately 20 percent are in dealer hands.
Repair costs will be borne by the Company. Affected customers – approximately 18,100 in the U.S. and 1,400 in Canada – will be contacted and advised when to schedule service.
Of the total, an estimated 200 vehicles may require shift-module replacement to ensure hardware-software compatibility.
