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2020
Fiat Chrysler recalls Ram and Jeep vehicles for faulty wiper arms
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles announced a recall of more than 550,000 pickups and SUVs worldwide, including certain 2019–2020 Dodge Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass models, because windshield wiper arms could come loose and impair wiper operation.
2020
Fiat Chrysler recalls vehicles over rear-view camera displays
Fiat Chrysler announced a recall of more than 365,000 vehicles, mainly in North America, because rear-view camera images could remain illuminated longer than allowed and distract drivers. Dealers will update the software, and owners are to be notified starting May 22.
2020
FCA launches online vehicle retail service
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles launched its Online Retail Experience in the United States, allowing customers to complete the vehicle purchase process online, including valuing trade-ins, applying for credit and reviewing service protection plans.
2020
FCA announces promotional vehicle financing
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles launched its “Drive Forward” initiative, offering well-qualified buyers 0% financing for 84 months and zero payments for 90 days on select 2019 and 2020 models. The financing offer applies to Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Fiat vehicles.
2020
FCA launches Drive Forward campaign in the United States
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles launched its Drive Forward campaign in the United States. It offered eligible buyers 0% financing for 84 months; selected 2019 and 2020 models also had zero payments for 90 days.
2020
FCA extended North American factory shutdowns
FCA said its plants in the United States and Canada, along with its headquarters and construction projects, would remain shut through April 14, subject to local conditions and readiness to resume production.
2020
Cummins suspends production at Walesboro engine plant
Cummins suspended production for two weeks at its Midrange Engine Plant in Walesboro, which supplies Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. The suspension followed FCA's shutdown of pickup-truck assembly until at least the end of March.
2020
FCA pauses construction at Detroit and Warren plants
FCA paused construction at its new Detroit and Warren plants for two weeks because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The pause could affect planned new Jeep models, but FCA did not comment on the effect on their launches.
2020
FCA begins installing a mask production line at a China factory
Fiat Chrysler began installing a medical-mask production line at one of its factories in China; the source says capacity was expected to rise to one million masks per month in the coming weeks.
2020
Detroit automakers agree to reduce US factory production
General Motors, Ford, Fiat Chrysler and the United Auto Workers agreed to reduce production at US factories and limit the number of workers present to reduce the spread of COVID-19 among factory employees.
2020
FCA announces temporary production suspensions at European plants
FCA announced temporary production suspensions at plants in Italy, Serbia and Poland amid the coronavirus pandemic. The Serbia and Poland suspensions were to remain in effect through March 27.
2020
Fiat Chrysler Windsor plant temporarily halts production after workers walk out
Production at Fiat Chrysler's Windsor Assembly plant in Canada was halted after workers walked out amid concerns that an employee might have contracted coronavirus. The facility was idled until about 3 p.m. Friday. The company said there were no confirmed COVID-19 cases at the plant and that an employee was self-quarantining as a precaution.
2020
Automakers announce another round of Takata airbag recalls
A new round of recalls was announced for about 10 million vehicles, including US-market vehicles from BMW, Fiat Chrysler, Honda and Subaru. The affected vehicles had previously been recalled and repaired with replacement inflators of the same design and chemistry.
2019
GM sues Fiat Chrysler over alleged bribery
General Motors filed suit against Fiat Chrysler, alleging that bribery of United Auto Workers officials resulted in favorable labor contracts for Fiat Chrysler. Fiat Chrysler called the claims meritless.
2019
GM sues Fiat Chrysler in a racketeering case tied to the UAW corruption probe
General Motors filed a racketeering lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler. The report says the suit is tied to the ongoing federal investigation into corruption at the UAW and Fiat Chrysler; the source does not report a court determination.
2019
Fiat Chrysler recalls Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango SUVs
Fiat Chrysler issued a recall of nearly 700,000 SUVs after a fuel-pump problem was found that may lead to engine stalls. The affected models include Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles from model years 2011 to 2013. The company said it was unaware of related injuries or accidents and would notify owners about service.
2019
GM sues Fiat Chrysler over alleged union bribery
General Motors filed a racketeering lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler, alleging that it bribed UAW officials to obtain concessions and advantages in labor agreements. Fiat Chrysler called the lawsuit meritless and said it would defend itself.
2019
GM files racketeering lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler
General Motors filed a federal racketeering lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and former FCA executives, alleging that FCA engaged in corruption during labor negotiations and contract implementation. Fiat Chrysler denied the allegations and said it would defend against the lawsuit.
2019
FCA and PSA confirm merger talks
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Peugeot S.A. (PSA) confirmed that they were discussing a possible merger; no merger completion is reported.
2019
Fiat Chrysler recalls diesel Ram pickups over potential engine-fire risk
Fiat Chrysler announced a recall of nearly 160,000 diesel-powered Ram pickups, mainly in the U.S. and Canada, because coolant leaks could lead to overheating and fires. The recall covers Ram 1500 model years 2014 through 2019; the company said it knew of a small number of engine fires and four minor injuries related to the problem.