Fiat Chrysler Automobiles

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Former Italian-American multinational automaker formed by the integration of Fiat and Chrysler and absorbed into Stellantis in 2021.

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Overview

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V., usually abbreviated as FCA, was an Italian-American multinational automotive group that operated from 2014 until its combination with PSA Group created Stellantis in 2021. The company brought together Fiat's Italian and international automotive operations with Chrysler's North American businesses, creating a geographically diversified manufacturer whose portfolio ranged from compact cars and commercial vans to pickup trucks, sport-utility vehicles, performance cars and luxury automobiles. The relationship between the two groups began during Chrysler's restructuring in the aftermath of the global financial crisis. Chrysler entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in April 2009 and emerged in June of that year with Fiat, the United Auto Workers' pension fund, and the United States and Canadian governments among its principal owners. Fiat initially received a minority stake in Chrysler, which increased to 58.5% by January 2012. In January 2014, Fiat purchased the United Auto Workers' remaining 41.5% interest, making Chrysler wholly owned. Fiat Group and Chrysler Group were then legally combined in October 2014, forming FCA. FCA was incorporated in the Netherlands, maintained financial headquarters in London, and traded on the New York Stock Exchange and Borsa Italiana. Exor, the investment company associated with the Agnelli family, was its largest shareholder and retained enhanced voting influence through a loyalty-share structure. Operationally, the group was organized principally through FCA Italy, based around Fiat's Italian operations, and FCA US, the successor to Chrysler Group in the United States. Its main automotive brands included Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati and Ram Trucks. The group also controlled or held interests in industrial and components businesses such as Comau, Mopar, Teksid and VM Motori. The company's strategic emphasis during the 2010s was to use Jeep's global growth and the expansion of the sport-utility-vehicle market to support broader international development. FCA positioned Chrysler as a mainstream North American marque, Dodge around performance-oriented vehicles, Alfa Romeo as a premium competitor, Maserati as an ultra-luxury brand, Fiat as a mass-market brand outside North America, and Ram as a dedicated truck and commercial-vehicle business. Lancia was progressively narrowed to the Italian market, while Ferrari was separated from FCA and became an independent listed company in 2016. Product activity included the Alfa Romeo 4C, Giulia and Stelvio; the Chrysler Pacifica; Dodge Charger, Challenger, Durango and Demon variants; Fiat 500X and Tipo; Jeep Renegade, Compass, Cherokee, Wrangler, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer; Maserati Levante and updated Ghibli and Quattroporte models; and the Ram 1500, heavy-duty trucks, ProMaster and ProMaster City vans. FCA also expanded North American manufacturing and reached agreements with the United Auto Workers, while facing regulatory and legal scrutiny over diesel-emissions software. In 2019, FCA proposed a combination with Renault, but withdrew the proposal. Later that year it agreed to merge with PSA Group in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $50 billion at announcement. The new group adopted the name Stellantis in 2020, and the merger was completed in January 2021. FCA was the surviving legal entity but changed its name to Stellantis, ending FCA's existence as a separate corporate group.

History

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles emerged from the restructuring and gradual integration of Fiat Group and Chrysler Group. Chrysler's financial crisis culminated in a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on 30 April 2009. When Chrysler exited bankruptcy in June 2009, Fiat became a strategic partner and received an initial minority stake, while the United Auto Workers' retiree healthcare trust and the governments of the United States and Canada also held interests. Fiat increased its Chrysler stake as the companies integrated their engineering, manufacturing and commercial operations. By January 2012, Fiat held 58.5% of Chrysler. The relationship gave Fiat access to North American distribution and production capacity, while Chrysler benefited from Fiat platforms, small-car technology and international reach. On 21 January 2014, Fiat acquired the UAW trust's remaining 41.5% interest for approximately $4.9 billion, alongside an additional pension liability of about $5.5 billion, making Chrysler wholly owned. The Fiat and Chrysler groups were legally combined on 12 October 2014 after board and shareholder approvals. The new holding company was domiciled in Amsterdam, with financial headquarters in London, and was listed in Milan and New York. Fiat Group Automobiles was renamed FCA Italy and Chrysler Group became FCA US in December 2014. The two operating arms preserved much of the existing manufacturing, design and engineering footprint in Italy, the United States and other countries. During its principal operating period, FCA managed a wide portfolio. FCA Italy included Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Fiat Professional and Lancia, as well as industrial and engine activities. FCA US included Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram, supported by Mopar's parts and service business. Maserati remained within the broader group, while Ferrari was separated and listed independently in 2016. FCA also owned or controlled industrial businesses including Comau and Teksid and held interests in other component and engine operations. In early 2019, it sold Magneti Marelli to Calsonic Kansei for approximately €6.2 billion. FCA's 2014–2018 plan sought to make Jeep the group's principal global growth engine and to clarify the positioning of its marques. Alfa Romeo was developed as a premium competitor, Maserati as an ultra-luxury brand, Dodge as a performance-oriented nameplate, Chrysler as a mainstream North American brand, and Ram as a dedicated truck and commercial-vehicle division. The company introduced or refreshed numerous vehicles, including the Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Demon, Fiat 500X and Tipo, Jeep Renegade and updated Wrangler, Maserati Levante, and new Ram pickup and commercial vehicles. The company also experienced significant governance and regulatory events. FCA negotiated a new labor agreement with the United Auto Workers in 2015, followed by a commitment to expand U.S. employment and plant investment. In 2017, U.S. authorities alleged that certain diesel vehicles used software that could circumvent emissions controls. The matter produced civil litigation, settlements and additional investigations in Europe. Marchionne's sudden departure in July 2018 led to Mike Manley's appointment as chief executive; Marchionne died several days later. FCA proposed a merger with Renault in 2019 but withdrew it. It subsequently negotiated with PSA Group, parent of Peugeot, Citroën, DS and Opel/Vauxhall. The parties announced an approximately $50 billion all-stock merger in late 2019, selected the name Stellantis in 2020, and completed the transaction in January 2021. FCA was the surviving legal entity but changed its name to Stellantis, so the FCA corporate identity ceased to exist even though many of its automotive brands continued under the new group.

2021
FCA becomes Stellantis
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FCA completed its combination with PSA Group and changed its corporate name to Stellantis.
2019
FCA sells Magneti Marelli
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The group sold its automotive-components business Magneti Marelli to Calsonic Kansei.
2018
Mike Manley succeeds Sergio Marchionne
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Manley became chief executive after Marchionne was forced to step down for health reasons.
2016
Ferrari becomes independent
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Ferrari was separated from FCA through a spin-off and public listing process.
2014
Chrysler becomes wholly owned by Fiat
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Fiat purchased the remaining Chrysler interest held by the UAW retiree healthcare trust.
2014
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is formed
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The Fiat and Chrysler groups completed their corporate merger and began operating as FCA.
2012
Fiat reaches a controlling Chrysler stake
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Fiat increased its interest in Chrysler to 58.5%, deepening the operational integration of the two groups.
2009
Fiat becomes a strategic partner of Chrysler
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After Chrysler entered Chapter 11 restructuring, Fiat joined its ownership and industrial recovery plan.

Products and positioning

A global automotive group combining Italian design and engineering with Chrysler's North American scale, with particular strategic emphasis on Jeep SUVs, Ram trucks, performance vehicles and premium marques.

Sport-utility vehicles
Jeep
Jeep was FCA's principal global growth brand and its most internationally recognizable SUV portfolio. During the FCA period, key vehicles included the Renegade, Compass, Cherokee, Wrangler and Grand Cherokee. The group also developed the larger Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer programs to extend Jeep into premium and full-size SUV segments.
Pickup trucks and commercial vehicles
Ram Trucks
Ram operated as a dedicated truck and commercial-vehicle division within FCA US. Its range included the Ram 1500, heavy-duty pickups, chassis-cab models and commercial vans. FCA expanded the division with new generations and updates while using Fiat-derived platforms for the ProMaster and ProMaster City vans.
Passenger cars
Fiat
Fiat remained FCA's mainstream global passenger-car brand outside North America. Notable FCA-era products included the 500X crossover and the Tipo, also marketed in some markets as the Egea or Dodge Neon. The brand combined compact-car expertise with FCA's European manufacturing and partner-production network.
Performance and mainstream vehicles
Dodge
Dodge was repositioned around American performance and muscle-car identity. Its FCA-era range included the Charger, Challenger and Durango, with high-performance SRT and Hellcat variants. The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon, introduced for 2018, used a supercharged V8 and specialized launch equipment to target extreme straight-line performance.
Passenger cars and minivans
Chrysler
Chrysler served as FCA's mainstream North American passenger-vehicle marque. FCA refreshed the 300 sedan and introduced the Pacifica minivan in 2016 as a successor to the Town & Country. The brand's role was narrower than Jeep's or Ram's but remained important to the group's North American manufacturing base.
Premium passenger cars · 2014
Alfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo was assigned a premium and performance-oriented role in FCA's five-year plan. The 4C and 4C Spider supported its sports-car identity, while the Giulia sedan and Stelvio SUV represented a broader attempt to compete with German and other established premium marques.
Luxury vehicles
Maserati
Maserati occupied FCA's ultra-luxury position. Its FCA-era range included the Ghibli, Quattroporte and GranTurismo families, while the Levante introduced the marque to the luxury-SUV segment. FCA also pursued the development of the Alfieri sports-car program, although timing and specifications changed during the group's planning period.
Commercial vehicles
Fiat Professional
Fiat Professional was FCA's commercial-vehicle business, offering vans and light-duty work vehicles primarily in European and international markets. Its relationship with Ram was illustrated by products such as the Fiat Ducato-derived Ram ProMaster and the Doblò-derived ProMaster City.
Automotive parts and services
Mopar
Mopar was FCA's parts, accessories and service organization, supporting vehicles across the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram businesses. It supplied replacement parts, dealer service programs and branded accessories, linking the group's vehicle operations with its after-sales network.

Controversies

2021
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles fined and sentenced in union corruption case
A U.S. District Court fined Fiat Chrysler Automobiles $30 million, sentenced it to three years' probation and ordered an independent compliance monitor over payments to union leaders in exchange for negotiation concessions. The automaker had pleaded guilty to conspiracy.
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2021
Alfa Romeo recalls certain Giulia and Stelvio vehicles over ABS defect
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles decided to conduct a safety recall of certain U.S. Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio vehicles after a supplier reported an issue involving a missing or partially missing weld in the ABS hydraulic control unit. The component may separate during braking and cause loss of ABS functionality. Alfa Romeo said it would replace the affected ABS hydraulic control units; the article reports nine vehicles affected and says no related customer assistance records, warranty claims, field reports, accidents, or injuries were known.
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2020
European investigations into emissions software
Authorities from Germany, Italy and Switzerland searched FCA offices in connection with continuing allegations involving diesel-emissions testing software. FCA also faced a proposed United Kingdom class action concerning selected Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Iveco and Jeep vehicles.
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2020
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles: Takata Airbag Recall Controversy Note
In January 2020, a new round of Takata airbag recalls was announced covering about 10 million vehicles, including US-market vehicles from BMW, Fiat Chrysler, Honda and Subaru. According to the source, the affected vehicles had previously been recalled and repaired with replacement inflators of the same design and chemistry. The recall therefore concerned vehicles that had already received replacement inflators rather than only vehicles with original equipment. The event is recorded as part of the broader Takata airbag recall controversy involving Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and other automakers.
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2020
GM appeals order to meet with FCA
General Motors asked the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit to vacate an order requiring its chief executive and FCA's chief executive to meet to seek a resolution to GM's racketeering lawsuit. The request was reported on June 29, 2020. The order at issue would have required the two chief executives to meet in an effort to resolve the racketeering lawsuit filed by GM. GM sought to have the appellate court set aside that requirement.
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2020
EU opens antitrust investigation into Fiat Chrysler–PSA merger
The European Union opened a four-month antitrust investigation into the pending merger between Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA, focusing on competition in commercial vans. The automakers said the investigation should not affect their goal of closing the transaction by the end of March 2021.
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2020
FCA recalls vehicles over airbag-cover hazard
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles recalled almost 1 million vehicles because pieces of the driver's-side airbag cover could detach and injure occupants. The article states that the issue may be related to at least 14 driver injuries. Dealers were to replace the cover free of charge.
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2019
Diesel-emissions litigation settlement
FCA agreed to pay approximately $800 million to resolve U.S. lawsuits and related claims concerning alleged manipulation of diesel-emissions testing.
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2019
SEC fines Fiat Chrysler Automobiles $40 million
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission fined Fiat Chrysler Automobiles $40 million for fraudulent conduct that included falsely reporting vehicle sales and overstating sales growth. The SEC said the conduct misled investors.
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2019
FCA settles SEC case and pays $40 million fine
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) found that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) violated anti-fraud and reporting provisions in connection with false vehicle-sales figures. FCA and FCA US settled the matter without admitting or denying guilt and paid a $40 million fine. The settlement concluded the SEC's case concerning the reporting of vehicle sales figures.
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Marketing campaigns

2016Jeep 75th anniversary
Global
Jeep marked its 75th anniversary with commemorative marketing and model activity emphasizing the marque's off-road heritage.
Outcome. Reinforced Jeep's heritage-led global brand identity.
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2015Jeep Grand Cherokee celebrity ambassador promotion
China · United States · Europe
FCA used a group of prominent actresses, including Fan Bingbing, Tina Fey, Sandra Bullock, Julia Roberts and Cate Blanchett, in promotional activity associated with the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Outcome. Supported Jeep's international premium-SUV positioning.
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Brand decisions

2019
Propose a merger with RenaultM&A
Background
FCA pursued consolidation to improve scale and share development costs in a rapidly changing automotive industry.
Action taken
FCA proposed combining with Renault but later withdrew the proposal.
Aftermath
FCA subsequently pursued and agreed a combination with PSA Group instead.
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2019
Agree to merge with PSA GroupM&A
Background
FCA and PSA sought greater geographic scale, cost efficiencies and a broader brand portfolio.
Action taken
The companies agreed to an approximately $50 billion, 50-50 all-stock merger.
Aftermath
The transaction was completed in January 2021 and the combined company became Stellantis.
Announced transaction value. (2019 announcement)
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2015
Separate Ferrari from FCAStrategy
Background
FCA sought to focus its corporate structure on the automotive businesses while unlocking the value of Ferrari.
Action taken
FCA completed Ferrari's separation through a public listing and distribution of shares to FCA shareholders.
Aftermath
Ferrari became an independent listed company in January 2016.
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2014
Adopt a five-year multi-brand strategyStrategy
Background
Following the Fiat-Chrysler combination, FCA sought to allocate clearer roles to its brands and expand global sales.
Action taken
The plan made Jeep the principal global growth driver, positioned Alfa Romeo for premium competition, assigned Dodge a performance focus, and retained Ram as a truck specialist.
Aftermath
The strategy contributed to increased emphasis on SUVs, pickups, performance vehicles and premium products.
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Recent events

2021-08-17
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles fined and sentenced in union corruption case[23]Fiat Chrysler Automobiles fined and sentenced in union corruption casenewsweek.com
Reported: 2021-08-17
A U.S. District Court fined Fiat Chrysler Automobiles $30 million, sentenced it to three years' probation and ordered an independent compliance monitor over payments to union leaders in exchange for negotiation concessions. The automaker had pleaded guilty to conspiracy.
Unconfirmed
Alfa Romeo recalls certain Giulia and Stelvio vehicles over ABS defect[24]Alfa Romeo recalls certain Giulia and Stelvio vehicles over ABS defectautoevolution.com
Reported: 2021-05-17
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles decided to conduct a safety recall of certain U.S. Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio vehicles after a supplier reported an issue involving a missing or partially missing weld in the ABS hydraulic control unit. The component may separate during braking and cause loss of ABS functionality. Alfa Romeo said it would replace the affected ABS hydraulic control units; the article reports nine vehicles affected and says no related customer assistance records, warranty claims, field reports, accidents, or injuries were known.
2021-03-03
Stellantis released its first annual financial report[25]Stellantis发布合并后首份年度财报finance.sina.com.cn
Reported: 2021-03-04
Stellantis released its first annual financial report following the merger. The report presented 2020 financial results for PSA Group and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles before their merger.
2021-01-16
PSA and FCA complete merger to form Stellantis[26]PSA与FCA完成合并，成立Stellantisfinance.sina.com.cn
Reported: 2021-01-17
PSA and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles completed their merger on January 16, forming the new Stellantis group on a 50:50 basis.
2021-01-15
Wipro chosen to establish FCA's first Global Digital Hub in India[27]Wipro获选在印度为FCA建立首个全球数字中心equitybulls.com
Reported: 2021-01-15
Wipro announced that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles chose it as a strategic technology services partner to establish FCA's first Global Digital Hub in Hyderabad, India. Wipro said it would source and build a talent pool of more than 1,000 consultants and technologists for the hub.
2021-01-12
Archer and FCA form eVTOL production partnership[28]Archer与FCA建立eVTOL生产合作伙伴关系avweb.com
Reported: 2021-01-12
Urban air mobility startup Archer formed a partnership with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles to accelerate production of Archer’s electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, with access to FCA’s supply chain, materials capabilities, and engineering and design experience.
Unconfirmed
Fiat Chrysler sues Martinrea over engine-block supply[29]Fiat Chrysler因引擎缸体供应问题起诉Martinreadriving.ca
Reported: 2020-12-24
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles sued supplier Martinrea, claiming it was not supplying enough engine blocks as promised. Martinrea disputed FCA’s account and blamed FCA for the shortage in a letter presented as part of the case.
2020-10-28
Fiat Chrysler reports record third-quarter earnings[30]菲亚特克莱斯勒公布第三季度创纪录盈利thestar.com.my
Reported: 2020-10-28
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles reported record third-quarter pre-tax earnings of $2.671 billion, while net profit increased 773% year over year and net revenues fell 6%.
2020-09-10
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles appoints Middle East managing director[31]菲亚特克莱斯勒汽车任命中东地区董事总经理tiresandparts.net
Reported: 2020-09-10
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles appointed Markus Leithe as managing director of its Middle East operations.
2020-08-24
Fiat Chrysler recalls vehicles over diesel-engine stalling risk[10]Fiat Chrysler recalls diesel Ram pickups over potential engine-fire risktoronto.citynews.ca
Reported: 2020-08-24
Fiat Chrysler announced a worldwide recall of nearly 132,000 vehicles to address a problem that could cause some diesel engines to stall. The recall covers certain Ram 1500 pickups, Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs and Chrysler 300 sedans. Dealers will update software to keep the engines working if the crankshaft position signal is lost.

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