NHTSA Recall 15V179000: 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,660 vehicles. It affects 2013–2015 Fiat 500E.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V179000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R15 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
| Report received | March 27, 2015 |
| Owner notification | May 21, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 EV vehicles manufactured March 27, 2012, to November 1, 2014. If the vehicle goes in to limp home mode, incompatible software between Electric Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU) and Battery Pack Control Module (BPCM) may cause the electric propulsion system to fully shut down.
Safety risk
An electric propulsion system shut down will cause a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to ensure compatability between components, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R15.
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 15V179000
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.