Fiat Chrysler Automobiles 500: Reduced Brake Performance

FIAT 500 Brake Recall Summary Approximately 1,665 FIAT 500 vehicles in the UK may have rear brake shoe linings that don't meet proper specifications, which could reduce braking performance. FIAT Chrysler will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the brake shoes if they don't meet standards.

Recalling firm
FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD
Product
Vehicles: FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES 500. Units affected: 1,665
Reason
It has been identified that the rear brake shoe lining material may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. This could result in a reduction in brake performance from the rear brakes. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to check the conformity of the brake linings and if found to be incorrect replace with new brake shoes which meet the correct conformity.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2016-11-25
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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