2015 Fiat 500E
Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2015
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
8 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
The 2013-2017 Fiat 500E charger port [the part mounted on the vehicle] is a weak plastic part that breaks easily while the vehicle is parked & being plugged/unplugged from vehicle chargers.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-07
Fuel/propulsion system
4 of 11 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Show complaint excerpts
Car suddenly lost power without warning and stalled in middle of road and had to be pushed to the side. Car was only 3 weeks old. Fiat Chrysler has known about defect for years but choose to hide defect instead of recall/fixing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-05-15
Vehicle suddenly stopped, no more power, error message propulsion system service. Happened at a dangerous intersection, middle of turning left, which danger of other cars running into me. Could avoid an accident, pulled to side.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-03-01
Engine
2 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
Visibility/wiper
1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
Power train
1 of 11 total reports mentions: power train.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2015-05-21Electrical system15V179000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 EV vehicles manufactured March 27, 2012, to November 1, 2014.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to ensure compatability between components, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
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2016-07-05Electrical system16V303000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Fiat 500e vehicles manufactured March 22, 2012, to January 29, 2016.
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.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Fiat 500E — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V179000 · Electrical system
- Recall 16V303000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2015 Fiat 500E 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 2015 Fiat 500E?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 73% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Fiat 500E have?
- 2 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.