Following an analysis prompted by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles of certain field events and other vehicle data, the automaker has announced a recall for approximately 1.9 million cars worldwide.
Out of these, an estimated 1.4 million units are in the US, 142,959 in Canada, 81,901 in Mexico and 284,051 outside North America, and include the 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber, 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger, 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot and Compass, and 2012-2013 Lancia Flavia.
FCA states that the aforementioned models will have to be taken back to the dealers due to a condition “that may prevent airbag and seatbelt pretensioners deployment capability in certain crashes“, adding that “the condition may occur when vehicles equipped with a particular occupant restraint control module and front impact sensor wiring of a specific design, are involved in certain collisions“.
Aware of three deaths and five injuries that could be related to this condition, the automotive giant has yet to release a notification schedule, but writes that concerned owners with questions may contact the FCA US Customer Care Center at 1-800-853-1403.
FCA’s latest safety campaign comes just a week after General Motors announced a recall for nearly 4.3 million vehicles worldwide, out of which 3.64 million are found in the United States, due to a software defect that can prevent airbags from deploying in the event of a crash.
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