Fiat Chrysler Automobiles 500 BEV recall: Fiat 500 BEV High Voltage battery negative pole connection
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the fastening nut may be missing from the negative terminal of the high-voltage battery pack which could result in a loss of torque failure to start the vehicle and in extreme cases it could present a possible fire hazard.
- What to do
- Contact a Fiat Chrysler Automobiles dealer to book the free repair. The affected vehicles will have the high-voltage battery replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the fastening nut may be missing from the negative terminal of the high-voltage battery pack which could result in a loss of torque failure to start the vehicle and in extreme cases it could present a possible fire hazard.
The fix
The affected vehicles will have the high-voltage battery replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 BEV | 23 Sep 2021 | 13 Nov 2023 | 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 18 December 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.