MYRModel Year Report

2016 Fiat 500

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2016 Fiat 500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:45:21.082Z

Only 14 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Fiat 500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 2011: 1 complaints 2011 2012: 394 complaints 2013: 164 complaints 2013 2014: 124 complaints 2015: 92 complaints 2015 2016: 14 complaints 2016 2017: 13 complaints 2017 2018: 5 complaints 2019: 0 complaints 2019
2016: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
20111
2012394
2013164
2014124
201592
201614
201713
20185
20190

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

8 of 14 total reports mention: power train.

CRASH INJURY
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THE CAR STOPPED WORKING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY, STARTED TO GIVE ERROR MESSAGES AND TURNED ON ENGINE SERVICE, TRANSMISSION AND PARKING BRAKES LIGHTS. A FEW SECONDS AFTER WE JUST GOT THE MESSAGE: DRIVE MODE UNAVAILABLE AND THE CAR STOPPED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150901

SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH
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THE VEHICLE WAS APPROACHING A STOPLIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH AND SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WHILE THE BRAKE WAS DEPRESSED, CAUSING A MINOR ACCIDENT (LITTLE DAMAGE TO BUMPERS OF BOTH VEHICLES). CAR WAS RETURNED HOME (1 MILE AWAY) WITHOUT INCIDENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171128

ENGINE

3 of 14 total reports mention: engine.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250522

THE CAR STOPPED WORKING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY, STARTED TO GIVE ERROR MESSAGES AND TURNED ON ENGINE SERVICE, TRANSMISSION AND PARKING BRAKES LIGHTS. A FEW SECONDS AFTER WE JUST GOT THE MESSAGE: DRIVE MODE UNAVAILABLE AND THE CAR STOPPED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150901

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250522

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

2 of 14 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).

Show complaint excerpts

THE CAR STOPPED WORKING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY, STARTED TO GIVE ERROR MESSAGES AND TURNED ON ENGINE SERVICE, TRANSMISSION AND PARKING BRAKES LIGHTS. A FEW SECONDS AFTER WE JUST GOT THE MESSAGE: DRIVE MODE UNAVAILABLE AND THE CAR STOPPED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150901

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20161025 — equipment, tires

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 11, 2015, to July 27, 2016.

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.

Campaign 16V667000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20161110 — power train

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.

Campaign 16V302000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20190419 — EA (closed 20240919)

Electrical overstress

R 20190724 — power train

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.

Campaign 19E044000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240711 — tires

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.

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.

Campaign 24V474000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 Fiat 500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 16V667000 (equipment, tires) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V302000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19E044000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V474000 (tires) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2016 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 2016 Fiat 500?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Fiat 500 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.