recall information
Recall number
REC-000287
PRA number
2018/16940
Campaign number
6199
Original published date
make and model information
Make
FIAT
Model
500X
Year range
2014 - 2018
Affected units
1,847
Identifying features
See attached VIN list
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
If the vehicle has a faulty rear seat latch and the rear seat belts are not fastened and the vehicle is involved in a collision, this could cause the rear seats to unlatch and unintentionally fold forward. Where a child restraint is fitted using the isofix anchors and not the seatbelt, the child restraint could be impacted by the folding seat.
What are the hazards?
Potential injury to vehicle occupants including children in child restraints using the isofix anchor and not the seat belt.
What should consumers do?
FCA Australia will notify owners of affected vehicles asking them to schedule a service booking with their nearest Fiat dealer.
For further information consumers can contact https://www.fiat.com.au/contact-us.html or call FCA Australia on 1800 870 720.
For further information consumers can contact https://www.fiat.com.au/contact-us.html or call FCA Australia on 1800 870 720.
Supplier details
FCA Australia Pty Ltd
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
