CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Fiat 500 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (9 reports).
2016 Fiat 500 recalls
Tire pressure warning light may not come on
Certain 2014-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles may have a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light that does not illuminate as intended.
Spare tire placard lists wrong pressure; overinflation can cause blowout
The tire placard on certain 2016 Fiat 500 vehicles built between June 2015 and July 2016 lists a spare tire inflation pressure that is higher than the maximum pressure printed on the tire's sidewall.
Clutch Spring Can Break, Causing Loss of Gear Shifting
Certain Fiat 500 vehicles with a manual transmission may have a clutch diaphragm spring that can fracture and fail.
Most common 2016 Fiat 500 problems
Problem areas named in the 14 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 9 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
El auto se detuvo sin avisar solo ya no quiso acelerar. Me marcó muchas fallas en las cuales les tomé foto, me tuvieron que remolcar y mi hijo se pegó en la cabeza, por suerte nada grave. Pondre las fotos de los códigos que aparecen. Tuve q ser remolcado hasta ahorita la baterÃa sigue en un 47% pero aún asà sigue sin funcionar el vehÃculo
The contact owns a 2016 Fiat 500. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the transmission was slipping, and the vehicle lost motive power. No warning light was illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The contact restarted the vehicle and forcefully shifted the transmission into 2nd gear to prevent losing motive power. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 53,350.
Passenger side drive axle failed on 2016 500e with only 35650 miles but no longer under warranty. Method of failure: Bolts holding axle to transmission sheered resulting in a loss of power. Car was brought to Orange County Chrysler for repair. Dealer informed me that there was a Chrysler Recall N51 for 2013 Fiat 500e for the same problem, but it didn't apply to my year. Numerous blogs on the internet show similar failures for newer models. A sound engineering fix should be developed and implemented as a Safety Recall.
MY VEHICLE WAS T-BONED ON MY DRIVERSIDE DOOR. THE VEHICLE THAT HIT ME WAS GOING 50MPH ACCORDING TO THE POLICE REPORT. I WAS CROSSING THE STREET AT ABOUT 10-15MPH. NOT A SINGLE AIRBAG ENGAGED, SIDE CURTAIN, SEAT, ETC. IT WAS ON A CITY STREET AND THE CAR THAT HIT ME WAS SPEEDING.
FIAT 500E VEHICLE BRAKING BEHAVIOR IS UNEXPECTEDLY HARD, SUDDEN, OR UNPREDICTABLE UNTIL THE USER USES AN OBD SCAN TOOL WITH APPROPRIATE DIAGNOSTIC SOFTWARE- AND INITIATES BRAKE CONTROLLER SENSOR RE-CALIBRATION. THIS OPTION IS FOUND UNDER THE DIAGNOSTIC MENU UNDER: ABS>RENENERATIVE BRAKE CONTROLLER>ACTIVE DIAGNOSTICS, AND THEN SELECTING THE PROCEDURE TO START (RBC SENSOR CALIBRATION). ONLINE FORUM USERS (PLEASE SEE LINK BELOW) ARE CURRENTLY USING 3RD PARTY SOFTWARE, AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE, TO CORRECT THE BRAKING DEFICIENCY (APPROXIMATELY $49). MY PERSONAL VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED USED AND WAS EXHIBITING SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED BRAKING ISSUES AT APPROXIMATELY 8,500 MILES; THIS IS IN MY OPINION A V
2016 Fiat 500 questions
Does the 2016 Fiat 500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Fiat 500: Tire pressure warning light may not come on; Spare tire placard lists wrong pressure; overinflation can cause blowout; Clutch Spring Can Break, Causing Loss of Gear Shifting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Fiat 500?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (9), Engine (3), Electrical System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Fiat 500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.