2016 FIAT 500E — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
6
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
5
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 FIAT 500E
The 2016 FIAT 500E has received a total of 6 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (2 complaints), Electrical Systempropulsion Systemtraction Battery (1 complaint), and Exterior Lighting (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2016 FIAT 500E
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2016 FIAT 500E, potentially affecting up to 16,584 vehicles.
Recall 16V303000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
| 16,584 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Fiat 500e vehicles manufactured March 22, 2012, to January 29, 2016. The power inverter module (PIM) may experience voltage spikes which can cause the propulsion system to shut down and loss of motive power.
Consequence: Loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PIM software, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S26.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 FIAT 500E
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 FIAT 500E. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systempropulsion Systemtraction Battery | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lightingheadlights | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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 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.
Safety Rating for the 2016 FIAT 500E
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 FIAT 500E in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 FIAT 500E
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 FIAT 500E. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
T11 — CHILD SEAT
Customer Satisfaction Notification T11 Child Seat Addendum Card The Owner's manual in the DVD Format, has incorrect child seat installation information for the rear seat center positions as referenced in the "Frequent Asked Questions" table on page 263, on about 26,000 of the above vehicles. Customers may be misinformed of...
T11 — EQUIPMENT
Customer Satisfaction Notification T11 Child Seat Addendum Card The Owner?s manual in the DVD Format, has incorrect child seat installation information for the rear seat center positions as referenced in the ?Frequent Asked Questions? table on page 263, on about 26,000 of the above vehicles. Customers may be misinformed of...
08-048-16 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT: FLASH: Electric Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU) System Enhancements OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves updating the software in the EVCU. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) set in the EVCU...
08-048-16 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SUBJECT: FLASH: Electric Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU) System Enhancements OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves updating the software in the EVCU. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) set in the EVCU...
0804816 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electric Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU) System Enhancements
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 FIAT 500E
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FIAT 500E
- 2013 FIAT 500E — 24 complaints
- 2014 FIAT 500E — 24 complaints
- 2015 FIAT 500E — 18 complaints
- 2016 FIAT 500E (current)
- 2017 FIAT 500E — 0 complaints