Fiat Recall 14V-235: Electrical system – traction battery

Affected: 2013–2014 Fiat 500E. Filed with NHTSA on May 7, 2014, covering about 4,141 vehicles.

The problem

Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Fiat 500e Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) vehicles manufactured September 24, 2012, through April 4, 2014. The affected vehicles have cooling plates for the Power Inverter Module (PIM) that may leak coolant into areas of the high voltage circuitry, resulting a short circuit that could cause the related service fuse to blow.

The risk

If the service fuse blows, the vehicle would have a loss of propulsion while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PIM, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P23.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign14V-235 (14V235000)
Manufacturer numberP23
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentElectrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery
Report dateMay 7, 2014
Owners notifiedJuly 3, 2014
Vehicles affected4,141
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 14V-235 repair free?

Yes. Fiat dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PIM, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P23.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4,141 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.