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ProblemsByVin File / 2014-FIAT-500
2014 · FIAT

FIAT 500 problems

1 safety recall. 124 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 7 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
65 reports · avg $2,500
severe
electrical
16 reports · avg $850
severe
engine
8 reports · avg $3,100
severe
body
6 reports · avg $1,500
severe
steering
6 reports · avg $700
moderate
airbags
5 reports · avg $1,100
severe
cruise control
3 reports · avg $600
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 500 · powertrain
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FIAT 500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V103000 (POWER TRAIN); HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS…
12/30/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10669191.0
2014 500 · airbags Crash
I WAS ON A SIDE STREET TURNING L ONTO A BUSY STREET. THERE WAS A LONG LARGE WHITE VAN BLOCKING MY VIEW FROM TURNING. I WAS AT A STOP SIGN. AS I STARTED TO MOVE OUT I DID LOOK BOTH WAYS FIRST. THERE WAS A RED AUTO OVER A BLOCK TO MY LEFT & RIGHT AN AUTO WAS WAY BEHIND TRACKS. WE…
12/28/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11163827.0
2014 500 · powertrain
COLD WEATHER PROBLEM. 29 DEGF OUTSIDE ON OCCURRENCE. SHIFTER WILL NOT MOVE FROM "PARK" POSITION. THIS HAS CLEARED UP BEFORE AFTER LETTING VEHICLE WARM UP. IT IS STILL IN THIS CONDITION PRESENTLY. I ROCKED VEHICLE FORWARD AND BACK, CHECKED FUSES, LET IT WARM UP TO 39 DEG F…
12/27/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10668520.0
2014 500 · body
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FIAT 500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V302000 (STRUCTURE: BODY) WAS RECEIVED IN JUNE. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FOR…
12/20/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10936423.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 15V291000 18/05/2015

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 battery electric vehicles manufactured March 8, 2013, to March 7, 2015

If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, the loss of drive could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EVCU, free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R20.

Common questions

Is the 2014 Fiat 500 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Fiat 500 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Fiat 500?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 65 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Fiat 500 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Fiat 500?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 124 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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