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NHTSA Recall 16V303000: Traction battery (electrical system)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 16,584 vehicles. It affects 2013–2016 Fiat 500E.

16,584
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2016
owners notified (July 5)
NHTSA campaign16V303000
Manufacturer campaignS26
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY
Report receivedMay 16, 2016
Owner notificationJuly 5, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

Loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

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 16V303000

Make and modelModel years
Fiat 500E2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

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.