Fiat 124 Spider recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 18, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2017–2020 Fiat 124 Spider

Recall number

24V694000

Brand / firm

Fiat

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 15,835 units

Why it was recalled

An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What to do

Dealers will update the air bag control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is A3B.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.