Chrysler, a unit of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
If there is no effect, the car will not shift out of park, and if there is a delayed effect the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash, according to the NHTSA documents.
As of February 20, Chrysler was unaware of any accidents or injuries related to the problem, according to the NHTSA documents.
Dealers will replace the shifter module or update the shifter software as needed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in April.
(Reporting by Ben Klayman in Detroit; Editing by Jeffrey Benkoe)