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NHTSA Recall 13V358000: Power train

Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 491 vehicles. It affects 2013 Fiat 500E.

491
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2013
owners notified (September 4)
NHTSA campaign13V358000
Manufacturer campaignN51
ComponentPOWER TRAIN
Report receivedAugust 14, 2013
Owner notificationSeptember 4, 2013
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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

Remedy

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.

Notes

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 13V358000

Make and modelModel years
Fiat 500E2013

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.