Fiat 124 Spider Recalls

The Fiat 124 Spider has been recalled 3 times across the 2017–2020 model years. The most recent recall, from September 18, 2024, covers the software. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Fiat dealer.

3recalls
0do not drive / park outside
4model years affected

What gets recalled

  • Air bags
    133%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    133%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    133%

2020 Fiat 124 Spider recalls (1)

Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module › Software

NHTSA recall 24V-694 · Sep 18, 2024 · 15,835 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

2019 Fiat 124 Spider recalls (3)

Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module › Software

NHTSA recall 24V-694 · Sep 18, 2024 · 15,835 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 21V-879 · Nov 12, 2021 · 1,622 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles. The impeller inside the fuel pump may be deformed, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety recall were mailed on January 6, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022.

Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)

NHTSA recall 19V-068 · Feb 5, 2019 · 8,950 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

2018 Fiat 124 Spider recalls (2)

Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module › Software

NHTSA recall 24V-694 · Sep 18, 2024 · 15,835 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)

NHTSA recall 19V-068 · Feb 5, 2019 · 8,950 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

2017 Fiat 124 Spider recalls (2)

Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module › Software

NHTSA recall 24V-694 · Sep 18, 2024 · 15,835 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)

NHTSA recall 19V-068 · Feb 5, 2019 · 8,950 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Fiat 124 Spider have?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the Fiat 124 Spider across 4 model years.

How do I know if my Fiat 124 Spider has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.