Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Fiat 500e electric vehicles manufactured December 16, 2012, through August 13, 2013. The half shaft joints may loosen and separate causing noise and a loss of driving capability.
Chrysler (FCA US) – Half Shafts may Loosen/Loss of Drive
| Report Received Date | 08/14/2013 |
| NHTSA ID | 13V358000 |
| Consequence Summary | A loss of driving capability increases the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Chrysler will notify owners and Fiat dealers will replace the fasteners attaching the half shaft inboard joints, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2013. Owners may contact Fiat at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's recall number is N51. |
| Recall Code | N51 |
| Potentially Affected | 491 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13V358000) |
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