Fiat Chrysler Automobiles 500X recall: Loss of drive
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The transmission could unexpectedly switch to the N position due to a nonconformity in the transmission wiring assembly process.
- What to do
- Contact a Fiat Chrysler Automobiles dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles reprogram the transmission control module. Where necessary replace the transmission wiring
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The transmission could unexpectedly switch to the N position due to a nonconformity in the transmission wiring assembly process.
The fix
On affected vehicles reprogram the transmission control module. Where necessary replace the transmission wiring
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500X | 23 Dec 2014 | 21 Jan 2016 | 64 |
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 3 March 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.