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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2015 Fiat 500e recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2015 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
11
Latest campaign
May 16, 2016

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Electrical system2May 16, 2016

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
May 16, 2016Latest campaign
May 16, 201616V303000

Electrical system: propulsion system traction battery

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 16V303000
What's wrong
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.
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 16V303000 · May 16, 2016
Mar 27, 201515V179000

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

An electric propulsion system shut down will cause a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 15V179000
What's wrong
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.
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 15V179000 · Mar 27, 2015
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component11

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
11Complaints filed
1Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
1Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical system873000
Fuel/propulsion system436000
Engine218000
Visibility/wiper19000
Unknown or other19000
Air bags19101
Power train19000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Electrical system

    “The 2013-2017 fiat 500e charger port [the part mounted on the vehicle] is a weak plastic part that breaks easily while the vehicle is parked & being plugged/unplugged from vehicle chargers.”

    Filed 01/07/2018 · ODI 11061050
  • Visibility/wiper

    “My sunroof exploded while driving on the freeway. As I was driving (with sunroof closed), a loud "boom" sounded. My first thought was something hit me. But I quickly realized my sunroof exploded.”

    Filed 05/22/2017 · ODI 10990846
  • Electrical system

    “Faulty charger (electric car) causing power outlet to melt - fire hazard. Charger rated for 12a, outlet rated for 20a but it still melted it.”

    Filed 12/28/2016 · ODI 10937788

Other Fiat 500e model years

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2015 Fiat 500e recall questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Fiat 500e have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2015 Fiat 500e. The most recent, 16V303000 (reported May 16, 2016), concerns electrical system. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2015 Fiat 500e recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 2 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2015 Fiat 500e?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 8 complaints out of 11 filed with NHTSA (73%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2015 Fiat 500e?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

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