Power trainRecall 13V-358 · 2013 FIAT 500e

Chrysler Group LLC recall 13V-358 covers 491 2013 FIAT 500e for a power train problem, reported to NHTSA on August 14, 2013.

Vehicles repairedNo manufacturer report yet

Vehicles affected4911 model

ReportedAug 14, 2013Owners notified Sep 4, 2013

Complaints since1Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 13V358000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Fiat 500e electric vehicles manufactured December 16, 2012, through August 13, 2013. The half shaft joints may loosen and separate causing noise and a loss of driving capability.

The risk

A loss of driving capability increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners and Fiat dealers will replace the fasteners attaching the half shaft inboard joints, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2013. Owners may contact Fiat at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's recall number is N51.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

1 model

Vehicles in this recall

FIAT 500e2013

Built from December 16, 2012 to August 13, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.