Vehicles Affected: Approximately 17,000 model-year 2013-16 Fiat 500e battery-electric hatchbacks manufactured from March 22, 2012, to Jan. 29, 2016
The Problem: The power inverter module may experience spikes in voltage, causing the propulsion system to shut down, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will update the module software for free.
What Owners Should Do: Owner notification is expected to be sent to owners in June. A second notification will be sent when remedy software is available. Owners can call the automaker at 800-853-1403 and reference recall No. S26, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or go to www.safercar.gov for more info.
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