2012-2016 Fiat 500 recall: manual transmission
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on May 16, 2016. It covers about 39,185 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 39,185
- reported
- May 16, 2016
- owners notified
- Nov 10, 2016
- related complaints
- 388
Power train: manual transmission
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 21, 2010, through January 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears.
- Risk
- If the clutch diaphragm spring fails, the driver may not be able to shift gears or the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S34.
Recall number 16V302000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 388 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 16V302000
Is there a recall on the 2012-2016 Fiat 500 manual transmission?
Yes. Recall 16V302000, reported on May 16, 2016, covers about 39,185 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V302000?
The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S34.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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