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Statement: Module Replacement

April 5, 2016 FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 442 trucks in the U.S. to replace the modules that control their electric power steering (EPS) systems.

Statement: Brake Calipers

April 5, 2016 FCA US LLC is recalling an estimated 14,769 SUVs in the U.S. to inspect and replace, as necessary, left-front brake calipers from a shipment not manufactured to the Company’s specifications.

Statement: Occupant Restraint Controller

February 4, 2016 FCA US LLC is conducting a voluntary safety recall to replace the occupant restraint controllers in an estimated 112,001 older-model crossover vehicles and minivans in the U.S.

Statement: Wheel Chocks

February 3, 2016 FCA US LLC is conducting a voluntary safety recall to supply wheel chocks for an estimated 441,578 full-size sedans in the U.S.

Statement: Improving Recall Execution

January 21, 2016 FCA US LLC continues to refine its recall processes and procedures.

Statement: Industry Safety Principles

January 15, 2016 "FCA US LLC embraces this initiative and, through our ongoing engagement with NHTSA, we are already moving in the direction outlined in the agreed-upon principles," said Sergio Marchionne, Chief Executive Officer, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V.

FCA US Appoints Safety Advocate

January 15, 2016 FCA US LLC has appointed Kristen Kreibich to fill its newly established position of Safety Advocate. Kreibich, who brings to the job more than 20 years of manufacturing, regulatory and safety experience, is tasked with enriching the safety culture at FCA US.

Statement: Autonomous Vehicle Technology

January 14, 2016 "Our engineers are actively exploring autonomous vehicle technology and its implications. For strategic reasons, we don’t discuss future product plans. However, we currently offer several automated driver-assist features, such as our sensor-fusion forward collision warning systems.** These activities help demonstrate our commitment to advancing the development of autonomous vehicle technology," said Michael Dahl, Head of Vehicle Safety and Regulatory Compliance, FCA US LLC.

Statement: Clamp

December 24, 2015 FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 60,107 SUVs in the U.S. to inspect and reposition, as needed, a clamp that secures a low-pressure return hose.

Statement: Vanity-Mirror Wiring

December 24, 2015 FCA US LLC is recalling an estimated 352,831 SUVs in the U.S. to help ensure vanity-mirror wiring may be serviced more consistently.

Statement: Moisture Shield Upgrade

December 18, 2015 FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 32,784 SUVs in the U.S. to install improved shields that better protect their power liftgate control modules, and related components, from moisture.

Chrysler 200, All-New Fiat 500X Reprise IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Rating for 2016

December 9, 2015 The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) today announced the 2016 Chrysler 200 and the all-new 2016 Fiat 500X merit Top Safety Pick+ ratings for 2016. The 200 mid-size sedan and 500X small crossover also earned the distinction in 2015. Top Safety Pick+ is the highest rating given by the IIHS.

Statement in Response to Proposed U.S. NCAP Changes

December 8, 2015 “FCA US LLC supports NHTSA’s mission to improve vehicle safety and remains committed to the development and proliferation of advanced vehicle-safety technology,” says Mike Dahl, Head of Vehicle Safety and Regulatory Compliance, FCA-North America.

Statement: Vacuum-tube Assembly

December 3, 2015 FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 105,458 compact sedans in the U.S. to inspect and replace vacuum-tube assemblies and certain other components, as required.

Statement: Ignition Contacts

November 27, 2015 FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 16,114 full-size vans in the U.S. to repair their ignition contacts.

Statement: Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module

October 30, 2015 FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 275,614 cross-utility vehicles (CUVs) in the U.S. to apply a moisture sealant and replace, as required, certain electrical components.

Statement: Occupant Restraint Control Modules

October 30, 2015 FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 284,089 older-model SUVs in the U.S. to replace their Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) modules and front and/or side-impact sensors, as required.

Statement: Heat-treating

October 27, 2015 FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 65,760 U.S.-market trucks – most of which are in dealer hands – to inspect and replace, as required, their rear axle shafts or rear axles.
 

Statement: Air-conditioning System

October 27, 2015 FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 75,364 U.S.-market SUVs to inspect and replace, as required, their air-conditioning lines, as required.
 

Independent Monitor Chosen

October 23, 2015 FCA US LLC today announces the selection of former United States Secretary of Transportation The Honorable Rodney E. Slater as independent monitor, consistent with the Consent Order signed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

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