Of the 5 airbags complaints filed for the 2015 FIAT 500L,
here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
1 (25%)
25-50k
2 (50%)
50-75k
1 (25%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted.
Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits
and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
All 2 active airbags recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.
Airbags accounts for 22% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 3 categories tracked.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured April 23, 2015, to May 10, 2015
In the event of a crash, if the air bag does not inflate as designed, the front seat occupant is at an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact Fiat customer service at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is R54.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured March 3, 2012, to July 25, 2014
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.
What owners are reporting
5 most recent
airbags · 58,000 mi
· filed 12/15/2018
The check airbag light comes on every 300-500 miles & disappears after about 200-400 miles. The dealer cannot figure out the issue. We are not sure if the airbag will properly deploy in the instance of an accident.
airbags · 36,763 mi
· filed 08/19/2018
While driving and a couple of time while parked the check airbag light goes off. Sometimes there is a passenger that weighs over the limit but has seat belts on at all times. This week alone happened 3 times with only the driver dealer cannot find problem. They have it again for 3rd time.
airbags
· filed 08/16/2019
Car only has 6,000 miles and it has a faulty occupant restraint module that causes air bag warning to come on it's been coming on and off for a couple of weeks and made appointment to get it checked on 8/12/19 and they found problem 8/16/19 and of course warranty ran out 8/1/19
airbags · 43,800 mi
· filed 07/31/2020
I just purchased the 2015 Fiat 500 l . I just had this vehicle for 5 months and I have nothing but problems. 1st the oil ring need to be replaced, then my front charger not work and then is progress to LED rear passenger tail light went out and now is the airbag service light is on. Radio keep going in and out and the bluetooth is not working.
airbags · 3,000 mi
· filed 03/23/2015
I received a recall notice in september 2014 regarding the knee airbag module needing to be replaced on my 2014 Fiat 500l, due to recall. The car was purchased july 15 2014 from driver's village located at 5885 e. Circle drive, cicero, ny 13039. After repeated contact with the dealer, to date they still do not have the part. I have also contacted Fiat and was given customer care #25864389…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2015 FIAT 500L?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Based on the 5 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 35,391 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2015/FIAT/500L.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.