Propulsion system: traction batteryRecall 16V-303 · 2013–2016 FIAT 500e
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recall 16V-303 covers 16,584 2013–2016 FIAT 500e for a propulsion system: traction battery problem, reported to NHTSA on May 16, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2017 Q4) shows 81% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V303000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
Loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
81%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 218 vehicles were listed as unreachable.