Recall
Fiat 500 — 16V302000
NHTSA ID
16V302000
Make
Fiat
Model
500
Years Affected
2012
Recall Date
2016-05-16
Component
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Units Affected
39,185
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
S34
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.