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2016 Fiat 500 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2016 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 | 2 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
Safety recalls4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jun 25, 202424V474000 | Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systemsA TPMS warning light that fails to illuminate can result in the vehicle being driven with improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V474000
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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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| Sep 15, 201616V667000 | Equipment: other labelsIf the spare tire is used while overinflated, the tire may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V667000
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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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Owner complaints by component14
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 8 | 57 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 21 |
| Engine | 3 | 21 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 21 |
| Air bags | 2 | 14 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 14 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 2 | 14 |
| Structure | 1 | 7 |
| Suspension | 1 | 7 |
| Wheels | 1 | 7 |
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, merged from NHTSA model names 500, 500 Abarth, 500 Abarth Cabrio, 500 Bev, 500 Cabrio.
Latest reports
- Electrical system
“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.”
- Power train
“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.”
- Power train
“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.”
Other Fiat 500 model years
Other Fiat models
2016 Fiat 500 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Fiat 500 have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Fiat 500. The most recent, 24V474000 (reported June 25, 2024), concerns tires. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2016 Fiat 500 recalls for?
The largest group is power train, with 2 campaigns. Others: tires (1), equipment (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Fiat 500?
Power train is the most-reported component, named in 8 complaints out of 14 filed with NHTSA (57%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2016 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.