2016 Fiat 500L
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 183 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
2 of 2 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
When you start up the car for the first time and began to drive it won't shift out of first gear for several blocks. The transmission strains to shift into 2nd.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-06
The issue looks similar to Fiat 500L 2014 recall for transmission software. The problem happens while driving for the first time of the day. The automatic gear doesn't shifts even if the speed goes higher.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-03
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2016 Fiat 500L — pre-purchase inspection
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- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2016 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 2016 Fiat 500L?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Fiat 500L have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.