NHTSA Campaign 16V303000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported May 16, 2016 · 16,584 vehicles affected

What's 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.

Consequence

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FIAT 500E 2013 16,584
FIAT 500E 2014 16,584
FIAT 500E 2015 16,584
FIAT 500E 2016 16,584

Source: NHTSA Campaign 16V303000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.