Fiat 500 Recall: Manual Transmission Clutch Spring May Fracture
Chrysler is recalling 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles with manual transmissions because the clutch diaphragm spring may fracture, potentially preventing gear shifting.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (clutch diaphragm spring fracture) that can cause loss of motive power, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured between June 21, 2010, and January 12, 2016, that are equipped with a manual transmission. The recall involves 39,185 vehicles.
The defect involves the clutch diaphragm spring, which may fracture and fail. If this occurs, the driver may be unable to shift gears or the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The recall began on November 10, 2016. Dealers will install a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch to remedy the issue. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- FIAT 500
- Brand
- FIAT
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Affected units
- 39,185
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- 500
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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