MYRModel Year Report

2013 Fiat 500

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2013 Fiat 500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:06:23.271Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
165
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2013

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

48% of complaints

Complaints per year

2011: 1 complaint 2011 2012: 395 complaints 2013: 165 complaints 2013 165 2014: 124 complaints 2015: 92 complaints 2015 2016: 14 complaints 2017: 13 complaints 2017 2018: 5 complaints 2019: 0 complaints 2019
2011: 1 complaint 2011 2012: 395 complaints 2012 2013: 165 complaints 2013 165 2014: 124 complaints 2014 2015: 92 complaints 2015 2016: 14 complaints 2016 2017: 13 complaints 2017 2018: 5 complaints 2018 2019: 0 complaints 2019
2011: 1 complaint 2011 2012: 395 complaints 2012 2013: 165 complaints 2013 165 2014: 124 complaints 2014 2015: 92 complaints 2015 2016: 14 complaints 2016 2017: 13 complaints 2017 2018: 5 complaints 2018 2019: 0 complaints 2019

2013: 165 complaints

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YearComplaints
20111
2012395
2013165
2014124
201592
201614
201713
20185
20190

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

48% · 79 reports

Most commonly citing column shift assembly.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Driving in 3RD gear slid and hit the guard rail and when vehicle stopped couldn't get vehicle out of 3RD gear. Had to use both hands to get vehicle into 1ST gear.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-27

Also filed under Structure

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-29

The contact owns a 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth equipped with a Madness Autoworks Fiat 500 Short Shifter Kit/Adjustable/Madness.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-13

Engine

13% · 22 reports
FIRE

Electrical system

10% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

Fuel/propulsion system

7% · 12 reports
CRASHINJURY

Air bags

6% · 10 reports
CRASHINJURY
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Takata recall - we hit a deer with our 2013 Fiat 500 lounge while driving on the highway. Over $5,000 in damage to the front of the car. None of the airbags deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-09

Expressway driving at 55MPH when traffic came to an abrupt halt. Hard breaking transpired, attempt at evasion, resulting in a front impact into the rear of another vehicle, and then a rebound impact into a retainment wall on the drivers side.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-21

Also filed under Structure

My 2013 Fiat 500 was hit on the driver's side of the car. The airbags did not deploy and I broke my arm and had a head injury... Updated 08-20-14 *bf--updated 08-26-14*bf updated…

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-20

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2015-06-19Power train15V291000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 battery electric vehicles manufactured March 8, 2013, to March 7, 2015.

    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.

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    2016-11-10Power train16V302000 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.

    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.

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    2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress
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    2019-07-24Power train19E044000 DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles.

    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.

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    2020-01-09Power train19V817000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Fiat 500 vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the cable to detach from the transmission.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable adjuster, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB4.

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Buy-smart checklist

2013 Fiat 500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 79 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 22 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 17 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V291000 · Power train
  • Recall 16V302000 · Power train
  • Recall 19E044000 · Power train
  • Recall 19V817000 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2013 Fiat 500 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Fiat 500?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Fiat 500 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.