Recall 16V529 affects 329,540 2014-2016 FIAT 500X, 200, Promaster, Cherokee, and Renegade vehicles for unexpected neutral shifts. Free repair once available.
FIAT is recalling 329,540 2014-2016 vehicles, including the 500X, 200, Promaster, Cherokee, and Renegade, because insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness can cause the 9-speed automatic transmission to shift into neutral unexpectedly. That loss of drive power raises crash risk, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 9-speed automatic transmission in these 2014-2016 500X, 200, Promaster, Cherokee, and Renegade vehicles uses internal sensor clusters and a wire harness to tell the transmission control system what is happening inside the gearbox. That harness carries electrical signals from the sensors so the transmission can hold the selected gear and shift at the right time.
On affected vehicles, the transmission wire harness has sensor-cluster crimps that are not tight enough. A crimp is the squeezed metal connection that locks a wire to its terminal. If that connection opens or loses signal, the control system can lose the sensor information it needs. The transmission can then shift to neutral unexpectedly, even though the driver did not select neutral.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing an owner notices is the vehicle losing drive power when the transmission shifts out of gear.
Who's affected?
Spans the 500X, 200, Promaster, Cherokee, and Renegade across the 2014-2016 model years, all tied to the automatic transmission.
| 2016 FIAT 500X | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2015 Chrysler 200 | automatic transmission |
| 2015 Ram Promaster | automatic transmission |
| 2014 Jeep Cherokee | automatic transmission |
| 2015 Jeep Cherokee | automatic transmission |
| 2015 Jeep Renegade | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 329,540 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
An unexpected shift to neutral can cut power to the wheels and increase the risk of a crash, especially when traffic expects the vehicle to keep moving. If your VIN is included, drive cautiously and contact a franchised FIAT dealer for current repair timing. Repair will be free at any franchised FIAT dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2016 FIAT 500X, 200, Promaster, Cherokee, or Renegade is included in this recall.
- Watch for FIAT's owner notice before scheduling the dealer visit.
- Contact a franchised FIAT dealer once the remedy is open for your VIN, and ask for the free transmission control module and powertrain control module reprogramming that addresses the unexpected shift to neutral.
- Bring the recall notice if FIAT has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V529 when you call.
- Call FIAT customer service at 1-800-853-1403 with questions about recall number 16V529.
What happens at the repair
Once the final dealer repair is available, a FIAT technician will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module and Transmission Control Module. The technician will also replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness when inspection shows it needs replacement. Parts and labor are covered under the recall once the repair opens. FIAT has a reimbursement process for owners who already paid for this related repair. Send the original receipt or other proof of payment to FIAT for expense confirmation, following the owner letter instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 12, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 19, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| August 19, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 26, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 2, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V529?
Recall 16V529 covers 329,540 2014-2016 FIAT 500X, 200, Promaster, Cherokee, and Renegade vehicles with 9-speed automatic transmissions. Insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness can cause the vehicle to shift unexpectedly into neutral, increasing crash risk. The dealer repair is free.
What should I do if my 2014-2016 FIAT 500X, 200, Promaster, Cherokee, or Renegade is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V529. If it is, contact a franchised FIAT dealer and reference recall number 16V529. Dealers reprogram the powertrain control module and transmission control module, and replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness if needed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy states that dealers will perform the software reprogramming and needed wire-harness replacement free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an unexpected shift into neutral while driving. If that happens, the vehicle loses powered drive, which increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair and ask the service desk what to do if the transmission acts abnormally before your appointment.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall includes your vehicle, then give recall number 16V529 to the dealer when you schedule service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V529000 |
|---|---|
| FIAT customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V529 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V529000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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