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2013 Fiat 500 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2013 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Power train | 4 |
Safety recalls4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Nov 15, 201919V817000 | Power train: automatic transmission lever and linkageIf the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the transmission may not shift into the gear selected by the driver. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V817000
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| Jul 3, 201919E044000 | Power train: manual transmission floor shift assemblyIf the shifter breaks while the vehicle is in motion, it can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 19E044000
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| May 16, 201616V302000 | Power train: manual transmissionIf 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. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V302000
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| May 18, 201515V291000 | Power train: automatic transmissionIf the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, the loss of drive could increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V291000
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Owner complaints by component165
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 79 | 48 |
| Engine | 22 | 13 |
| Unknown or other | 18 | 11 |
| Electrical system | 17 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 12 | 7 |
| Air bags | 10 | 6 |
| Structure | 10 | 6 |
| Exterior lighting | 9 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 4 |
| Steering | 7 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 3 |
| Tires | 5 | 3 |
| Seat belts | 4 | 2 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 3 | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 |
4 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Power train
“Gear cable broke. Automatic engine could not allow gears to shift. Would like for my vehicle to be included under NHTSA TECALL 19V-817. FCA Campaign Vb4.Fiat 500c 2012-13. MOPAR Fiat case #98205553.”
- Power train
“Systemic Hydraulic Defect & Safety Recall Circumvention I am reporting a critical safety defect in the clutch hydraulic system of my 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth, which directly mirrors the failures described in NHTSA Recalls…”
- Power train
“While driving 40mph, pressed clutch and the transmission would not shift into gear. Car began to slow in traffic ans I was unable to accelerate as the clutch would not engage a gear. Mamaged to sagely get iff road.”
Other Fiat 500 model years
Other Fiat models
2013 Fiat 500 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Fiat 500 have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 Fiat 500. The most recent, 19V817000 (reported November 15, 2019), concerns power train. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2013 Fiat 500 recalls for?
The largest group is power train, with 4 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Fiat 500?
Power train is the most-reported component, named in 79 complaints out of 165 filed with NHTSA (48%). Across all complaints, owners reported 9 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2013 Fiat 500?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.