FIAT 500X 2020: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V909000

Make Model Year
FIAT 500X 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-03-19 2019-12-19 2019-12-19

Production Dates: 2019-11-14 - 2019-12-06

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: VE8

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1353

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. The right rear brake caliper could have been fractured during the casting process.

Consequence

A cracked right rear brake caliper can fail, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE8.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.