Fiat Chrysler Automobiles 500 and 500 ABARTH recall: Seat may not perform as expected during a collision
- What's wrong
- The seat may not remain in position when subjected to greater than normal driving forces such as those involved in an impact. This may possibly cause injury to the driver/passenger seated in the right hand front seat. The right hand front seat guides may not…
- What to do
- Contact a Fiat Chrysler Automobiles dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the installation of the original seat guide. If it does not conform replace the seat cushion structure (guide).
What’s wrong
The seat may not remain in position when subjected to greater than normal driving forces such as those involved in an impact. This may possibly cause injury to the driver/passenger seated in the right hand front seat. The right hand front seat guides may not conform to design specification and installation specifications.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the installation of the original seat guide. If it does not conform replace the seat cushion structure (guide).
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 7 Dec 2015 | 31 Mar 2016 | 1,045 |
| 500 ABARTH | 7 Dec 2015 | 27 Jun 2016 | 1,045 |
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 23 September 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.