2016 FIAT 500 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
4/5
Safety Rating
27
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
86
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 FIAT 500
The 2016 FIAT 500 has received a total of 27 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 5 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. 86 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (8 complaints), Electrical System (3 complaints), and Engine (3 complaints).
Recalls for the 2016 FIAT 500
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2016 FIAT 500, potentially affecting up to 52,664 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 16V667000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 32 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 11, 2015, to July 27, 2016. The tire placard on the affected vehicles lists a tire inflation pressure for the spare tire that exceeds the maximum pressure listed on the sidewall. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle...
Consequence: If the spare tire is used while overinflated, the tire may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will add an overlay on the tire placard to the correct tire inflation information, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for...
View full details →Recall 16V667000 — TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
| 32 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 11, 2015, to July 27, 2016. The tire placard on the affected vehicles lists a tire inflation pressure for the spare tire that exceeds the maximum pressure listed on the sidewall. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle...
Consequence: If the spare tire is used while overinflated, the tire may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will add an overlay on the tire placard to the correct tire inflation information, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 FIAT 500
27 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 FIAT 500. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Trainclutch Assembly | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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 batería sigue en un 47% pero aún así sigue sin funcionar el vehículo
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 batería sigue en un 47% pero aún así sigue sin funcionar el vehículo
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.
Safety Rating for the 2016 FIAT 500
The 2016 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 2016 FIAT 500
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 86 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 FIAT 500. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
31-002-20 — STRUCTURE
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishingthe suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door, fenders, hinges, swing gates or liftgate panels.
08-050-17 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Incorrect Value for Distance To Service This bulletin involves the replacement of the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). The customer may notice when looking at the Kilometers ?(km) to service? that the value is set to 30,000 km. In LATAM it should be set at 15,000 km.
23-013-16 — EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
2301316 — ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
The customer may describe the upper switch pod buttons (electronic stability control, hazard, and rear defrost) on the center instrument panel bezel are sticking.
2301316 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The customer may describe the upper switch pod buttons (electronic stability control, hazard, and rear defrost) on the center instrument panel bezel are sticking.
08-036-16 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
08-033-16 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
18-013-16 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
08-013-16 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
08-013-16 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Showing 10 of 86 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 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 — 172 complaints
- 2015 FIAT 500 — 141 complaints
- 2016 FIAT 500 (current)
- 2017 FIAT 500 — 19 complaints
- 2018 FIAT 500 — 5 complaints
- 2019 FIAT 500 — 0 complaints
- 2020 FIAT 500 — 0 complaints