2014 Fiat 500L
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.
- Complaints
- 183
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 2014
None on file
67% of complaints
Complaints per year
2014: 183 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 183 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
67% · 123 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Dec 23 2015 vehicle has 35,000 miles on it and the transmission went out in our driveway every gear was neutral. It was in the shop for 38 days before we received it back. All repairs done under warranty.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-26
Also filed under Vehicle speed control and structure
Driving to go home, vehicle won't shift and unexpected direction and loss of power causing vehicle and myself to collide with light pole. Vehicle was a total loss. Gas pedal stuck and transmission had very slow selections.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-10
I am having severe transmission issues. Gears are 'unavailable' and will switch me into D1, D2, and so on, all the way up to D8.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-03
Also filed under Suspension
Engine
16% · 30 reportsElectrical system
14% · 25 reportsMost commonly citing body control module/bcm.
Vehicle speed control
11% · 20 reportsSteering
5% · 9 reportsSafety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2014-03-31Power train14V103000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured April 5, 2013, through January 22, 2014.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter module or update the shifter software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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2014-09-26Air bags14V481000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured March 3, 2012, to July 25, 2014.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's knee air bag, free of charge. The recall began on September 26, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P42.
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2017-04-13Power train17V192000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration maybe incorrect, limiting the engine to idle speed and torque even when accelerator pedal is fully pressed.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2017. Owners may the Fiat Information Center at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is T19.
Buy-smart checklist
2014 Fiat 500L — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 123 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 30 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 25 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 14V103000 · Power train
- Recall 14V481000 · Air bags
- Recall 17V192000 · Power train
FAQ
- Is the 2014 Fiat 500L 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 2014 Fiat 500L?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Fiat 500L have?
- 3 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.