2013-2016 Fiat 500E recall: traction battery
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on May 16, 2016. It covers about 16,584 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 16,584
- reported
- May 16, 2016
- owners notified
- Jul 5, 2016
- related complaints
- 29
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Fiat 500e vehicles manufactured March 22, 2012, to January 29, 2016. The power inverter module (PIM) may experience voltage spikes which can cause the propulsion system to shut down and loss of motive power.
- Risk
- Loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PIM software, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S26.
Recall number 16V303000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 29 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 16V303000
Is there a recall on the 2013-2016 Fiat 500E traction battery?
Yes. Recall 16V303000, reported on May 16, 2016, covers about 16,584 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V303000?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PIM software, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S26.
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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