Transmission may shift unexpectedly to neutral
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 jeep cherokee and 2015 chrysler 200, jeep renegade, ram promaster, and 2016 fiat 500x vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions. the transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. on august 29, 2016 chrysler added the 2016 fiat 500x vehicles to this recall.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module and the transmission control module and if necessary replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness, free of charge. the recall began on november 7, 2016. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is s55.
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FAQ: Recall 16V529000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V529000?
NHTSA recall 16V529000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on July 12, 2016. It addresses: Transmission may shift unexpectedly to neutral. The recall affects approximately 329,540 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V529000 or the manufacturer campaign number S55. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.