Recall 14V235 affects 4,141 2013-2014 FIAT 500E vehicles for PIM coolant leaks that can cut propulsion. Repair is free at any franchised FIAT dealer.
FIAT is recalling 4,141 2013-2014 500E battery electric vehicles because cooling plates in the Power Inverter Module can leak coolant into high-voltage circuitry. A blown service fuse can cut propulsion while driving and raise crash risk, and the FIAT dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The cooling plate in the 2013-2014 FIAT 500E helps manage heat around the Power Inverter Module. That module is part of the electric drive system, converting high-voltage battery power into the power the motor uses. The cooling plate carries coolant near that electronics package so the inverter stays within its designed temperature range.
On included 500E vehicles, the cooling plate can leak. When coolant reaches the high-voltage circuitry, it can create a short circuit. The related service fuse then blows, cutting off the circuit it protects and leaving the vehicle in need of dealer repair.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall filing does not identify an early sound, smell, dashboard message, or driving symptom that gives the owner advance notice before coolant reaches the electrical area.
Who's affected?
Both 500E model years in this recall point to the same high-voltage traction battery component.
| 2013 FIAT 500E | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| 2014 FIAT 500E | high-voltage traction battery |
| Units affected | 4,141 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific hatchback is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the service fuse blows, the 500E can lose propulsion while driving, which increases the risk of a crash. Keep extra space from traffic and schedule the dealer visit soon, since the recall does not list a warning sign before propulsion stops. Repair will be free at any franchised FIAT dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 FIAT 500E is included in this recall.
- Review the owner notice FIAT mailed on July 3, 2014, if your VIN is included.
- Ask a franchised FIAT dealer about the free PIM replacement that stops coolant from leaking into high-voltage circuitry and blowing the service fuse.
- Reference recall number 14V235 and FIAT recall P23 when you call the dealer.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. If the vehicle loses propulsion, move out of traffic when safe and call for roadside help.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a FIAT technician replaces the Power Inverter Module, also called the PIM. This is the high voltage component tied to the cooling plate leak described in recall 14V235. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The notice says the recall began in July 2014, but this section does not include a separate reimbursement plan.
Timeline
| May 7, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 3, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V235?
Recall 14V235 covers 4,141 2013-2014 FIAT 500E battery electric vehicles with Power Inverter Module cooling plates that can leak coolant into high-voltage circuitry. A short circuit can blow the service fuse and cause loss of propulsion while driving. Dealers replace the PIM for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 FIAT 500E is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 500E is included in recall 14V235. If it is, contact a franchised FIAT dealer and schedule the free Power Inverter Module replacement. Reference recall 14V235 or FIAT recall P23 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will replace the Power Inverter Module free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised FIAT dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of propulsion while driving. Coolant leaking from the Power Inverter Module cooling plates can reach high-voltage circuitry, create a short circuit, and blow the service fuse. That loss of propulsion increases crash risk.
What if I bought my FIAT 500E used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2013-2014 FIAT 500E is included, then call a franchised FIAT dealer with recall 14V235 or FIAT recall P23.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V235000 |
|---|---|
| FIAT customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V235 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V235000 |
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 Owner Notice (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 →