Fiat Chrysler Automobiles 500 ABARTH recall: Ineffective/incorrect tightening of a lock nut on the steering gear rod
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Vehicles may have been produced with ineffective/incorrect tightening of a lock nut on the steering gear rod.
- What to do
- Contact a Fiat Chrysler Automobiles dealer to book the free repair. Check for the correct tightening of the lock nut and check/adjust wheel alignment if tightening was required.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Vehicles may have been produced with ineffective/incorrect tightening of a lock nut on the steering gear rod.
The fix
Check for the correct tightening of the lock nut and check/adjust wheel alignment if tightening was required.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 ABARTH | 22 Mar 2022 | 30 Mar 2022 | 1 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 9 September 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.