Recall 13V358 affects 491 2013 FIAT 500E vehicles for loose half-shaft joints. Repair is free at any franchised FIAT dealer.
FIAT is recalling 491 2013 500E electric vehicles under recall 13V358 because the half shaft joints can loosen and separate. The failure can cause noise and a loss of driving capability, which increases crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The half shaft on the 2013 FIAT 500E is part of the drivetrain. It carries power from the electric drive unit to the wheels, so the car moves when you press the accelerator. The joints at the ends of the shaft let that power transfer while the suspension moves and the wheels stay aligned on the road.
On affected 500E vehicles, the half shaft joints loosen. Once the joint is no longer held in place, it separates from the shaft connection. That break in the drivetrain path causes noise and stops power from reaching the wheels the way it should, which leads to a loss of driving capability.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing you notice can be noise from the drivetrain or the vehicle losing the ability to move under its own power.
Who's affected?
| 2013 FIAT 500E | powertrain |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 491 |
Not every 2013 FIAT 500E hatchback is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific hatchback is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loss of driving capability increases the risk of a crash because the vehicle can stop responding as expected in traffic. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair promptly and ask the dealer how to move the vehicle before service. Repair will be free at any franchised FIAT dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 FIAT 500E is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised FIAT dealer and ask about the free half-shaft fastener repair for recall number 13V358.
- Schedule the half-shaft inboard-joint fastener replacement that re-secures the joints linked to noise and loss of driving capability.
- Bring the recall notice if FIAT mailed one, and give the dealer Chrysler recall N51 plus recall number 13V358.
- Avoid driving the car if you hear powertrain noise or lose drive power. Ask the FIAT dealer about towing before moving it.
What happens at the repair
For this FIAT recall, the dealer repair is the half shaft fastener work described in campaign 13V358. A FIAT technician replaces the fasteners that attach the half shaft inboard joints. Those joints transfer power from the electric drive unit to the wheels, so loose or separated hardware has to be corrected before the vehicle is returned. The filing says the recall began on September 4, 2013, but the current remedy status is not listed. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| August 14, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 4, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V358?
Recall 13V358 covers 491 2013 FIAT 500E electric vehicles with half shaft inboard joint fasteners that can loosen and separate. That failure can cause noise and loss of driving capability. FIAT dealers replace the affected fasteners for free.
What should I do if my 2013 FIAT 500E is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2013 FIAT 500E is included in recall 13V358. If it is, contact a franchised FIAT dealer to schedule the half shaft inboard joint fastener replacement. Reference recall number 13V358 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 13V358, a franchised FIAT dealer replaces the fasteners attaching the half shaft inboard joints free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of driving capability. If the half shaft joints loosen and separate, the vehicle can make noise and lose drive power, which increases crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free dealer repair if your 500E is included.
What if I bought my FIAT 500E used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2013 FIAT 500E is included, then call a franchised FIAT dealer and reference recall number 13V358.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V358000 |
|---|---|
| FIAT customer service | 1-888-242-6342 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V358 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V358000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →