NHTSA recall 16V-303 (16V303000)
electrical system recall reported May 16, 2016 - about 16,584 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V303000
- Also written as
- 16V-303
- Manufacturer number
- S26
- Reported
- May 16, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~16,584
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-303 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.