The contact owns a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V694000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms…
2017 FIAT 124 Spider airbags problems
moderate 14 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Complaints
14
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
What stands out
Airbags accounts for 45% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 3 categories tracked.
The failure pattern owners describe
All 14 complaints center on recall campaign 24V694000 (airbags), issued starting September 2024. Owners received notification letters but cannot get the recall done. The core complaint: parts are unavailable, and Fiat has offered no updates, timelines, or interim measures.
Twelve owners explicitly state the recall part is not yet available, even months after receiving notice. One dealer apparently lacks the tools to perform the work. Multiple owners contacted Fiat and dealers repeatedly—monthly in some cases through April 2025—with no progress.
One owner noted an airbag warning light is illuminated and feels the car is unsafe to drive while stranded by the recall delay. Another reported a digitizer delamination issue (at 35,000 miles) affecting the instrument cluster display and rearview camera view; the dealer cited TSB SA-027/24 but provided a repair estimate the owner deemed unjust.
Notably, one owner's recall document states the remedy is a software update, yet dealers and Fiat continue citing parts unavailability—raising confusion about what actually needs fixing. Owners are paying insurance and warranty on vehicles they cannot safely operate pending recall completion. Fiat has been made aware of the complaint but has not articulated next steps.
Failure modes owners describe
Airbag recall repair delay — parts unavailable
NHTSA Campaign 24V694000 (airbag-related) issued September–December 2024. Owners report receiving recall notices but dealers and manufacturers unable to supply parts or complete repairs. One narrative mentions the recall involves a software update, raising questions about why physical parts are cited as unavailable. Owners have waited months (in some cases into April 2025) without resolution or timeline.
When: Recall issued September 2024 onwards; complaints filed through April 2025
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light illuminated on dashboard; Inability to obtain recall parts from dealership; Lack of manufacturer communication or remedy timeline; Dealer unable to complete recall work; One instance: digitizer delamination affecting display readability and rearview camera visibility at 35,000 miles
Codes mentioned: 24V694000
Repairs/costs cited: Parts listed as unavailable. One owner cited repair estimate deemed unjust. One narrative references TSB SA-027/24 as possible cause. Another mentions dealer lacking tools to perform repair. Narrative #4 indicates the remedy is reportedly a software update, not a physical part.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 24V694000; Technical Service Bulletin SA-027/24 referenced. No meaningful updates, solutions, or timelines provided to owners. No interim safety measures, refunds, or replacements offered during delay.
Synthesized from 14 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
The contact owns a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V694000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The contact was…
I am writing to formally express my concern and disappointment regarding the lack of transparency and communication surrounding the airbag recall for the Fiat 124, first issued in 2024. As of today, Fiat has not provided any meaningful updates, solutions, or timelines regarding this serious safety issue. There has been no information uploaded to official channels, nor have customers been…
The contact owns a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V694000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts…
The contact owns a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V694000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was…
I received the airbag recall letter in December (recall A3B)on my 2017 Spyder Fiat. I understand that the recall started in September.I have called Fiat every month since. I am always advised the parts are not available with no update on when the parts will become available. The airbag warning light is on. Due to the safety recall the car is not safe to drive. Fiat does not seem in any hurry to…
*I received a safety recall notice for the airbag deployment early November 2024. *I’ve contacted the dealership twice and they claim to not have the necessary part. *I’ve called manufacturer FIAT / FCA on 11/20/24 case #91148616, 12/12/24 and4/28/25. *Other Fiat owners have also reached out to FCA unsuccessfully for this repair. *Evidently there is no specific part needed, according to the…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2017 FIAT 124 Spider?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 14 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 14 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 35,000 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?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/FIAT/124 Spider.
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