Fiat 500 EV vehicles recalled - ConsumerAffairs
A Washington, D. C. , reporter for more than 30 years, Jim Limbach covers the federal agencies for ConsumerAffairs. Previously, he was a reporter and news anchor for Associated Press Broadcast Services, where he covered business and consumer news as well as space shots and other major spot news events. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 5,660 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... An electric propulsion system shutdown will cause a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to ensure compatability between components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R15. The information on this Web site is general in nature and is not intended as a substitute for... Source: www.consumeraffairs.com
