Fiat Chrysler Automobiles 500L recall: Supplementary heater wiring may become damaged and cause an electrical short-circuit
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On some Fiat 500L vehicles a layout non-conformity could cause abrasion of the supplementary heater (PTC) wiring. This could result in possible electric short-circuiting with the possibility of a loss of some vehicle safety. In the worst case it could cause a vehicle fire..
- What to do
- Contact a Fiat Chrysler Automobiles dealer to book the free repair. Apply a cut-proof sheath on the supplementary heater wiring to protect it from abrasions.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On some Fiat 500L vehicles a layout non-conformity could cause abrasion of the supplementary heater (PTC) wiring. This could result in possible electric short-circuiting with the possibility of a loss of some vehicle safety. In the worst case it could cause a vehicle fire..
The fix
Apply a cut-proof sheath on the supplementary heater wiring to protect it from abrasions.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500L | 24 Aug 2012 | 14 Sep 2017 | 17,329 |
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 13 December 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.