NHTSA Recall 15V291000: Automatic transmission (power train)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,851 vehicles. It affects 2013–2015 Fiat 500.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V291000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R20 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | May 18, 2015 |
| Owner notification | June 19, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 battery electric vehicles manufactured March 8, 2013, to March 7, 2015. The Electric Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU) of the affected vehicles may set a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) that may cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift to neutral.
Safety risk
If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, the loss of drive could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EVCU, free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R20.
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 15V291000
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.