Recall 25V715 affects 2,195 2024-2025 FIAT 500E vehicles for uncovered headlight adjusters. Repair is free at any franchised FIAT dealer.
FIAT is recalling 2,195 2024-2025 500E battery-electric vehicles because the headlight horizontal aim adjustment is not covered as intended, which can leave headlights set incorrectly. Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce driver visibility or create glare for oncoming traffic and increase crash risk; FIAT dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The part at issue is a small cap, or plug, for the headlight horizontal aim adjustment opening on 2024-2025 FIAT 500E vehicles. Headlights are aimed so the beam points where it should on the road. The cap covers the horizontal adjustment point and keeps that adjustment from being accessible on a lower-beam headlamp, which is required by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108.
Some vehicles were built without that plug because it was not released for production. With the opening uncovered, the horizontal headlamp aim adjustment mechanism remains accessible. That creates a noncompliance with the lighting standard and can lead to headlights being adjusted side to side when they should not be, leaving the lamps improperly aimed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the missing cover over the adjustment opening, so an owner is not expected to hear, feel, or see a separate symptom before the headlamp aim is changed.
Who's affected?
Both model years are tied to the same headlight cap, part number 68765152AA.
| 2025 FIAT 500E | Headlights |
|---|---|
| 2024 FIAT 500E | Headlights |
| Units affected | 2,195 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific hatchback is included.
What's the safety risk?
Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce your visibility at night or shine glare into oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the issue affects lighting aim, so schedule the dealer repair soon and use extra care after dark. Repair is free at any franchised FIAT dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024-2025 FIAT 500E is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised FIAT dealer to schedule the free headlight adjustment plug installation that keeps the headlight aim adjustment covered as intended.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 25V715 when you call.
- Use extra care when driving at night until the repair is complete, since improper headlight aim can reduce your visibility or create glare for oncoming traffic.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a FIAT technician installs headlight adjustment plugs so the horizontal aim adjustment is covered as intended. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. The manufacturer used its standard reimbursement plan for this campaign. If you already paid out of pocket for a related headlight aim or adjustment repair before the recall notice, ask FIAT service how to submit documentation for reimbursement under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 21, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 28, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| October 28, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 28, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 10, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 10, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V715?
Recall 25V715 covers 2,195 2024-2025 FIAT 500E Battery Electric vehicles with headlight horizontal aim adjustment covers that are not installed as intended. Improper headlight adjustment can reduce driver visibility or create glare for oncoming traffic. FIAT dealers will install headlight adjustment plugs for free.
What should I do if my 2024-2025 FIAT 500E is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific FIAT 500E is included in recall 25V715. If it is, contact a franchised FIAT dealer to schedule installation of the headlight adjustment plugs. Reference recall number 25V715 or FIAT recall A4C when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair covered safety defects and noncompliances at no cost to owners. For recall 25V715, FIAT dealers will install the required headlight adjustment plugs free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility or glare for oncoming traffic. Recall 25V715 involves headlight horizontal aim adjustment covers that are not installed as intended, which can leave the headlights improperly adjusted and increase crash risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V715000 |
|---|---|
| FIAT customer service | 800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V715 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V715000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Remedy Instructions (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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