Fiat Chrysler Automobiles 500 recall: The positive lead on the auxiliary battery terminal may not be tightened correctly.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The positive lead on the auxiliary battery terminal may not be tightened correctly
- What to do
- Contact a Fiat Chrysler Automobiles dealer to book the free repair. The integrity of the positive lead terminal must be checked and if it is damaged it must be replaced. If it is not damaged the correct torque must be applied…
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The positive lead on the auxiliary battery terminal may not be tightened correctly
The fix
The integrity of the positive lead terminal must be checked and if it is damaged it must be replaced. If it is not damaged the correct torque must be applied to the nut to ensure correct tightening.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 26 Jan 2022 | 3 Jun 2022 | 6 |
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 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.