2014 FIAT 500 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
4/5
Safety Rating
172
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
60
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 FIAT 500
The 2014 FIAT 500 has received a total of 172 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS, POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY, POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION. 60 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (65 complaints), Electrical System (22 complaints), and Engine (19 complaints).
Recalls for the 2014 FIAT 500
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2014 FIAT 500, potentially affecting up to 56,451 vehicles.
Recall 24V474000 — TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
| 12,675 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Consequence: A TPMS warning light that fails to illuminate can result in the vehicle being driven with improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the TPMS electronic control unit module, free of charge. Owners were mailed July 11, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 80B.
View full details →Recall 19E044000 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY
| 740 vehicles affected
Defect: DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The Shifter Shaft may have been improperly manufactured with a through hole for the set screw rather than a blind hole, which may lead to the breakage of the Shifter Shaft.
Consequence: If the shifter breaks while the vehicle is in motion, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: DLT has notified owners, and will provide a complete replacement shifter assembly with an updated shaft, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2019. Owners may contact DLT customer service at 1-503-505-6886.
View full details →Recall 16V302000 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
| 39,185 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 21, 2010, through January 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears.
Consequence: If the clutch diaphragm spring fails, the driver may not be able to shift gears or the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is...
View full details →Recall 15V291000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
| 3,851 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 battery electric vehicles manufactured March 8, 2013, to March 7, 2015. The Electric Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU) of the affected vehicles may set a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) that may cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift to neutral.
Consequence: If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, the loss of drive could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 FIAT 500
172 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 FIAT 500. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 65 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 19 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention Camera System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainclutch Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodydoor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatehinge And Attachments | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Message flashing "service power steering, hill climb and ESC" appears on an average of once a month for the last few years. No loss of control yet, but it came on three starts in a row for the first time. Usually goes away with a second start. Making an appointment with a dealer (Putnam) in Burlingame, Ca to diagnose. $250 to scan and who knows how much to repair.
While traveling on a PA interstate, I hit the brakes to avoid hitting a vehicle in front of me and the wheels locked up. The anti-lock system appeared to not work on my Fiat 500c. I hard steered L and avoided a head on collision hitting the trailer in front of me on the passenger side front of the car.
The contact owns a 2014 Fiat 500. The contact stated that while driving on a neighborhood street at 10 MPH, the transmission experienced an abnormal difficulty in the shifting gear. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact coasted to a stop on the side of the road, and had the vehicle towed to a local independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the shifter cable assembly was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,222.
Dealer saw me that is needing a battery replaced On February 14, I took my fiat 500 E to the dealer for repairs. They then told me that it has a bad main battery problems and has to be replaced they gave me a price of $17,000. As a City employee. We do not make that much money. I bought this vehicle for my daughter. She’s is an A honor student.
Dealer saw me that is needing a battery replaced On February 14, I took my fiat 500 E to the dealer for repairs. They then told me that it has a bad main battery problems and has to be replaced they gave me a price of $17,000. As a City employee. We do not make that much money. I bought this vehicle for my daughter. She’s is an A honor student.
Safety Rating for the 2014 FIAT 500
The 2014 FIAT 500 received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 FIAT 500
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 60 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 FIAT 500. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
08-045-16 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
SUBJECT: Flash: Anti Lock Brake (ABS) Module System Enhancements OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves a coordinated update of the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module and Regenerative Brake Controller (RBC) module software SYMPTOM/CONDITION: · U0001-00 - CAN C BUS. (Sets in ABS and RBC Module). · U1487-00 - Implausible Data Received From...
08-040-16 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
0804016 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin involves updating the Body Control Module (BCM) software.
0804016 — STRUCTURE
This bulletin involves updating the Body Control Module (BCM) software.
18-010-15 REV.A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
CHRYSLER 2014-2015 FIAT 500: SERVICE BULLETIN SUPERSEDES 18-010-15 DATED FEBRUARY 23, 2014, PLEASE REMOVE FROM YOUR FILES. INFORMATION REGARDING POWER CONTROL MODULE WITH THE LATEST SOFTWARE. *LJ UPDATED 10/08/15 *CN
18-010-15 REV-D — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. The customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? Cranks fast, as...
18-010-15 REV-D — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. The customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? Cranks fast, as...
18-010-15 REV. D — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. The customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? Cranks fast, as...
18-010-15 REV. D — EQUIPMENT
Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. The customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? Cranks fast, as...
18-010-15 REV. D — BACK OVER PREVENTION
Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. The customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? Cranks fast, as...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 FIAT 500
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FIAT 500
- 2011 FIAT 500 — 2 complaints
- 2012 FIAT 500 — 536 complaints
- 2013 FIAT 500 — 214 complaints
- 2014 FIAT 500 (current)
- 2015 FIAT 500 — 141 complaints
- 2016 FIAT 500 — 27 complaints
- 2017 FIAT 500 — 19 complaints
- 2018 FIAT 500 — 5 complaints
- 2019 FIAT 500 — 0 complaints