Recall 15V590 affects 15 2015 FIAT 500L vehicles with an improperly folded passenger air bag. Repair is free at any franchised FIAT dealer.
FIAT is recalling 15 2015 500L vehicles because the passenger frontal air bag was folded incorrectly during assembly and can fail to deploy as designed. In a crash, that defect raises the front passenger's injury risk, and FIAT dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger frontal air bag in a 2015 FIAT 500L is built to inflate from the dashboard in a controlled shape during a frontal crash. Its folded fabric, inflator, vents, and tether routing work together so the bag opens with the right stiffness and position for the passenger seat. When those parts are packed correctly, the air bag helps manage the passenger's movement into the restraint system.
On affected 500L vehicles, the passenger air bag was not folded correctly during assembly. The issue involves the active vent tether routing, which helps control how the bag vents gas as it inflates. Because the folded bag and tether path do not match the design, the air bag's stiffness falls outside the specification. In a crash, that means the passenger air bag does not deploy as designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. This is an assembly problem inside the air bag module, so the driver will not see a dashboard symptom or feel a change during normal driving.
Who's affected?
| 2015 FIAT 500L | front air bag |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 15 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2015 FIAT 500L is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the passenger frontal air bag does not inflate as designed in a crash, the front seat occupant faces a higher injury risk. Schedule the repair soon, especially before carrying someone in the front passenger seat. Repair is free at any franchised FIAT dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 FIAT 500L is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised FIAT dealer to schedule the free passenger frontal air bag module replacement that corrects the improperly folded air bag.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. Reference recall number 15V590 and FIAT recall R54 when you call.
- Limit front-seat passenger use until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a FIAT technician replaces the passenger frontal air bag module covered by this recall. The parts and labor are free. If you've already paid for a related repair, the reimbursement program asks owners to send the original receipt or other proof of payment to the company so the expense can be confirmed. Bring copies of any prior air bag repair paperwork when you speak with FIAT customer service or the dealer service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 23, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 15, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 3, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| November 3, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 6, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V590?
Recall 15V590 covers 15 2015 FIAT 500L vehicles with a passenger frontal air bag module that was not folded properly during assembly. In a crash, the air bag can fail to inflate as designed, increasing injury risk for the front passenger. FIAT dealers will replace the module for free.
What should I do if my 2015 FIAT 500L is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2015 FIAT 500L is included in recall 15V590. If it is, contact a franchised FIAT dealer and ask for the passenger frontal air bag module replacement. Reference recall number 15V590 or FIAT recall R54 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect remedy at no cost, and FIAT's remedy for recall 15V590 says dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module free of charge at a franchised FIAT dealer.
Is it safe to drive my 2015 FIAT 500L before the repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety risk is tied to a crash: if the passenger frontal air bag does not inflate as designed, the front passenger faces increased injury risk. Schedule the free dealer repair once your VIN is confirmed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V590000 |
|---|---|
| FIAT customer service | 1-888-242-6342 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V590 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V590000 |
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 Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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