CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Fiat 500e has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (3 reports).
2016 Fiat 500e recalls
Power Loss Can Occur, Raising Crash Risk
The power inverter module in certain Fiat 500e electric vehicles may experience voltage spikes.
Most common 2016 Fiat 500e problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2016 Fiat 500E. The contact stated that the vehicle could not immediately be started. The "Service Electrical System" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the battery was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,347.
The contact owns a 2018 Fiat 500E. The contact stated that while driving at night, it was discovered that the driver's side headlight was not illuminating. The driver's side light bulb was replaced but would intermittently shut off. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the driver's side light bulb connector had melted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 26,500.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FIAT 500E. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE REAR DRIVER SIDE BRAKE LIGHT MALFUNCTIONED. THE BRAKE LIGHT WARNING INDICATOR DISPLAYED THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE: "RIGHT STOP LIGHT OUT". THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. A DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 21,000.
CAR STOPPED WHILE WAITING AT INTERSECTION FOR NO REASON IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. WOULD NOT RESTART. AFTER A PERIOD OF TIME CAR STARTED AND RESUMED DRIVING.
2016 Fiat 500e questions
Does the 2016 Fiat 500e have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Fiat 500e: Power Loss Can Occur, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Fiat 500e?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (3), Exterior Lighting (2), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Fiat 500e 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.