01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2012 FIAT 500 recall campaigns
NHTSA 19V817000
- Component
- POWER TRAIN
- Report received
- November 15, 2019
- Potential units
- 51,788campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Fiat 500 vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the cable to detach from the transmission.
Why it matters: If the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the transmission may not shift into the gear selected by the driver. Additionally, despite selecting PARK with the shifter, the vehicle may roll away. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable adjuster, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB4.
Owner notification: January 9, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
NHTSA 16V302000
- Component
- POWER TRAIN
- Report received
- May 16, 2016
- Potential units
- 39,185campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 21, 2010, through January 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears.
Why it matters: If the clutch diaphragm spring fails, the driver may not be able to shift gears or the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S34.
Owner notification: November 10, 2016 · Filing manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
NHTSA 11V550000
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Report received
- November 10, 2011
- Potential units
- 340campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 dodge journey and fiat 500 vehicles manufactured from october 24, 2011, through october 26, 2011. some vehicles were assembled with contaminated brake fluid and may experience a degradation of the sealing components within the brake system.
Why it matters: This could lead to loss of braking ability increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and replace all brake components that come in contact with hydraulic brake fluid. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on march 1, 2012. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Owner notification: March 1, 2012 · Filing manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
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