Fiat 500 recalls and problems
6 recalls and 812 owner complaints for 8 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
6
Complaints
812
Crashes reported
48
Fires reported
16
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Fiat 500 by year
Most reported Fiat 500 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 396 | |
| Electrical System | 138 | |
| Engine | 109 | |
| Unknown or Other | 90 | |
| Air Bags | 50 | |
| Steering | 38 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 38 | |
| Service Brakes | 34 | |
| Structure | 32 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 30 |
All Fiat 500 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V-474 | Jun 25, 2024 | 2014–2019 | Tires | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. |
| 19V-817 | Nov 15, 2019 | 2012–2013 | Power Train | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Fiat 500 vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. |
| 16V-667 | Sep 15, 2016 | 2016 | Equipment, Tires | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 11, 2015, to July 27, 2016. |
| 16V-302 | May 16, 2016 | 2012–2016 | Power Train | 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. |
| 15V-291 | May 18, 2015 | 2013–2015 | Power Train | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 battery electric vehicles manufactured March 8, 2013, to March 7, 2015. |
| 11V-550 | Nov 10, 2011 | 2012 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 dodge journey and fiat 500 vehicles manufactured from october 24, 2011, through october 26, 2011. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Fiat 500?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2012 Fiat 500 has the most reports (396). Check the 2012 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Fiat 500 have?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls covering Fiat 500 model years 2012–2019.
What are the most common Fiat 500 problems?
Owners report power train, electrical system, engine problems most often.