2014 Fiat 500L recalls and problems

The 2014 Fiat 500L has 3 safety recalls and 183 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Fiat dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

183

Crashes / fires

5 / 5

Injuries / deaths

3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2014 Fiat 500L recalls

Recall 17V-192: Power Train

Reported Mar 21, 2017 · 25,583 vehicles affected · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration maybe incorrect, limiting the engine to idle speed and torque even when accelerator pedal is fully pressed.

Risk: If the vehicle does not accelerate as expected, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2017. Owners may the Fiat Information Center at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is T19.

Recall 14V-481: Air Bags

Reported Aug 6, 2014 · 25,479 vehicles affected · Chrysler Group LLC

Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured March 3, 2012, to July 25, 2014. Irregularities in the folding process during assembly of the driver's knee airbag may result in its improper deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: If the knee airbag air bag does not deploy properly during a crash, there is an increased risk of driver injury.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's knee air bag, free of charge. The recall began on September 26, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P42.

Recall 14V-103: Power Train

Reported Mar 4, 2014 · 18,100 vehicles affected · Chrysler Group LLC

Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured April 5, 2013, through January 22, 2014. In certain temperatures, moving the transmission shift lever may have a delayed effect or no effect on selecting a transmission gear.

Risk: If there is no effect, the vehicle might not shift out of the Park position. If there is a delayed effect, the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter module or update the shifter software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number associated with this recall is P06.

2014 Fiat 500L problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	123
Engine	30
Electrical System	25
Vehicle Speed Control	20
Unknown or Other	18
Service Brakes	9
Steering	9
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	8
Fuel/Propulsion System	6
Air Bags	6
Structure	4
Suspension	3

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 3
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1
Electrical System › Body Control Module/Bcm — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 52,367 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2014 Fiat 500L complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · reported Jul 11, 2026

I own a 2014 Fiat 500L with 60,000 miles. The vehicle is actively suffering from the dangerous safety defect described in Recall T19/17V192000 (engine limits itself to idle speed and zero acceleration from a stop, even when the gas pedal is fully pressed). The local dealer and Fiat corporate refuse to address it because they claim a software update was performed historically. The initial remedy has completely failed, the vehicle is unsafe to drive, and the manufacturer is refusing to fix a recurring safety defect." This is the EXACT known problem in only this year and model, the 2014 fiat 500.…

Power Train · reported Feb 11, 2026

Will not pass emissions due to sensors not going into "ready" state. We have taken it to 4 different mechanics and we were told that the abs module is not communicating. So we replaced it and still nothing. Now we are told that the PCM is not storing memory. There have been no lights illuminated on the dash this whole time, and no codes to determine the underlying electrical issue. With issues like these the car can stall, get stuck in gear, no Abs could cause a crash and not to mention once again will not pass emissions testing due to these issues. The issues have been confirmed by a mechanic…

Power Train · at 75,000 miles · reported Feb 9, 2026

The contact owns a 2014 Fiat 500L. The contact stated that while the vehicle was coming to a stop at an intersection, the vehicle became inoperable while attempting to shift gears, with the message âGears Unavailableâ displayed. The contact attempted to shift gear several times; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the residence. A mobile mechanic arrived at the residence and retrieved DTC: B1011, B1181, and U1736. The contact stated that the failure was associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V103000 (Power Train), and that the shifter module had failed and needed to…

Power Train · reported Sep 3, 2025

after looking at all of the complaints within NHTSA there are approximately 50 pages of combined complaints with each page showing 4 "call outs" and the majority being Power Train and reading pretty much all of them it appears that they are all the same issue. Their vehicles along with mine were not recalled; but we are having the same issues. What is needed or what needs to happen for all of the 500L Fiat being recalled for the Power Train issue? Does somebody need to die due to the failure of the Power Train when they are in traffic and the vehicle basically shuts down and/or off? Note, the…

Power Train · reported Sep 1, 2025

parked car, getting ready to leave and would not shift into gear. Finally shifted into gear and there was little to no power when accelerating. shifting into gears is hard, jerks vehicle when it does drop into a gear. No acceleration and when it does shifts gear with a lot of difficulty

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Fiat 500L have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2014 Fiat 500L: 17V-192 (power train), 14V-481 (air bags), 14V-103 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2014 Fiat 500L?

Owners report power train problems most often (123 reports), followed by engine (30). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 52,367 miles.

Are Fiat recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Fiat dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.