Safety Recall NHTSA · 16V302000 Reported May 16, 2016

Clutch diaphragm spring may fracture

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Power Train · 39,185 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
16V302000
Manufacturer Campaign
S34
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
39,185
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 16, 2016
Completion Rate
66.49

Defect Summary

Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 fiat 500 vehicles manufactured june 21, 2010, through january 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. the clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears.

Safety Consequence

If the clutch diaphragm spring fails, the driver may not be able to shift gears or the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. The recall began on november 10, 2016. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is s34.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 16V302000 or campaign S34.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 16V302000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 16V302000?

NHTSA recall 16V302000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on May 16, 2016. It addresses: Clutch diaphragm spring may fracture. The recall affects approximately 39,185 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V302000 or the manufacturer campaign number S34. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.