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    Important Safety Recall: U60 NHTSA 18V-332 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module

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    This recall notice applies to certain Dodge and Chrysler vehicles and informs owners that their vehicle's Powertrain Control Module software needs to be reprogrammed. The recall is being issued because a software issue could cause the engine to remain at or increase speed even after the driver removes their foot from the gas pedal while cruise control is active. Owners are instructed to schedule a free repair at a dealership to reprogram the PCM software and ensure vehicle safety.

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    Important Safety Recall: U60 NHTSA 18V-332 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module

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    This recall notice applies to certain Dodge and Chrysler vehicles and informs owners that their vehicle's Powertrain Control Module software needs to be reprogrammed. The recall is being issued because a software issue could cause the engine to remain at or increase speed even after the driver removes their foot from the gas pedal while cruise control is active. Owners are instructed to schedule a free repair at a dealership to reprogram the PCM software and ensure vehicle safety.

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    This recall notice applies to certain Dodge and Chrysler vehicles and informs owners that their vehicle's Powertrain Control Module software needs to be reprogrammed. The recall is being issued because a software issue could cause the engine to remain at or increase speed even after the driver removes their foot from the gas pedal while cruise control is active. Owners are instructed to schedule a free repair at a dealership to reprogram the PCM software and ensure vehicle safety.

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    Important Safety Recall: U60 NHTSA 18V-332 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module

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    Ayman Riyadh
    This recall notice applies to certain Dodge and Chrysler vehicles and informs owners that their vehicle's Powertrain Control Module software needs to be reprogrammed. The recall is being issued because a software issue could cause the engine to remain at or increase speed even after the driver removes their foot from the gas pedal while cruise control is active. Owners are instructed to schedule a free repair at a dealership to reprogram the PCM software and ensure vehicle safety.

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    This notice applies to your vehicle,

    [Model Year and Model] IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL


    VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Reprogram Powertrain Control Module
    U60/NHTSA 18V-332
    Dear [Name],

    This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
    LOGO
    FCA has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain [2015
    through 2018 Model Year Dodge Challenger, 2014 through 2018 Model Year Dodge Charger,
    2014 through 2018 Model Year Chrysler 300] vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine and
    VEHICLE PICTURE Cruise Control.

    It is extremely important to take steps now to repair your vehicle to ensure the safety of you and
    your passengers.

    WHY DOES MY VEHICLE NEED REPAIRS?


    The fault handling strategy of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software on your vehicle
    [1]
    YOUR SCHEDULING OPTIONS does not remove positive torque requests from the engine controller if the CAN-C bus stops
    communicating while the cruise control is requesting positive torque. In the instance of a short
    1. RECOMMENDED OPTION in the vehicle causing the CAN-C bus to stop communicating while the cruise control is active
    Call your authorized Chrysler / and the vehicle speed is below the set speed such that the cruise control system is requesting
    Dodge / Jeep® / RAM Dealership positive torque at the exact moment of the short, it is possible for a positive torque request to be
    locked on the PCM which may result in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or
    2. Call the FCA Recall Assistance possibly accelerating. If the driver does not shift to neutral or apply the brakes to
    Center at 1-866-220-6747. An stop the vehicle this condition can cause a vehicle crash without warning.
    agent can confirm part availability
    and help schedule an appointment HOW DO I RESOLVE THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY ISSUE?
    FCA will repair your vehicle [2] free of charge (parts and labor). To do this, your dealer will
    3. Visit recalls.mopar.com, scan the inspect the software level of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and if necessary, reprogram
    QR code below, or download the the PCM. In addition, your dealer will require your vehicle for proper check-in, preparation,
    Mopar Owner’s Companion App. and check-out during your visit. Your time is important to us; please be aware that these steps
    may require more time. The estimated repair time is one hour. We recommend that you
    QR Code schedule a service appointment to minimize your inconvenience. Please bring this letter with
    you to your dealership.

    Do not use cruise control on your vehicle until your vehicle has been remedied.

    VISIT RECALLS.MOPAR.COM/HELP FOR MORE INFORMATION AND


    Get access to recall notifications, locate ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
    your nearest dealer, and more through
    WHAT IF I ALREADY PAID TO HAVE THIS REPAIR COMPLETED?
    this website or Mopar Owner’s
    If you have already experienced this specific condition and have paid to have it repaired, you
    Companion App. You will be asked to
    may visit www.fcarecallreimbursement.com to submit your reimbursement request online. [3]
    provide your Vehicle Identification
    Once we receive and verify the required documents, reimbursement will be sent to you within
    Number (VIN) to protect and verify
    60 days. If you have had previous repairs performed and/or already received reimbursement,
    your identity. The last eight characters
    you may still need to have the recall repair performed.
    of your VIN are provided above.
    We apologize for any inconvenience, but are sincerely concerned about your safety. Thank you
    DEALERSHIP INSTRUCTIONS for your attention to this important matter.
    Please reference Safety Recall U60.
    Customer Assistance/Field Operations
    Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US LLC
    Mr. Mrs. Customer
    1234 Main Street
    Hometown, MI 48371

    [1] If you no longer own this vehicle, please help us update our records. Call the FCA Recall Assistance Center at 1-800-853-1403 to update your information.
    [2] If your dealer fails or is unable to remedy this defect without charge and within a reasonable time, you may submit a written complaint to the Administrator, National Highway
    Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., S.E., Washington, DC 20590, or you can call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-
    9153), or go to safercar.gov.
    [3] You can also mail in your original receipts and proof of payment to the following address for reimbursement consideration: FCA Customer Assistance, P.O. Box 21-8004,
    Auburn Hills, MI 48321-8007, Attention: Recall Reimbursement.

    Note to lessors receiving this recall notice: Federal regulation requires that you forward this recall notice to the lessee within 10 days.

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