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- POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain Fiat 500 vehicles with a manual transmission may have a clutch diaphragm spring that can fracture and fail. If this happens, the driver may be unable to shift gears, or the vehicle may lose motive power, which raises the risk of a crash.
The remedy is free. An authorized dealer will install a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch to address the issue. Owners can also contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 and reference recall number S34.
To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls and contact an authorized dealer to schedule the repair.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Fiat 500 | 20122013201420152016 |
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