Models
Every Fiat model with a safety record. Open one to see it year by year.
| Model | Years | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 2011–2020 | 811 |
| 500L | 2014–2017 | 209 |
| 500X | 2016–2023 | 187 |
| 124 Spider | 2017–2020 | 66 |
| 500e | 2013–2025 | 52 |
| Panda | 2010–2022 | — |
| Punto | 2010–2022 | — |
| Tipo | 2011–2022 | — |
| Fiorino | 2010–2022 | — |
| Bravo | 2010–2022 | — |
| Doblò | 2010–2022 | — |
| Sedici | 2010–2022 | — |
| Ducato | 2010–2022 | — |
| Scudo | 2010–2022 | — |
| Idea | 2010–2021 | — |
| Croma | 2010–2020 | — |
| Multipla | 2010–2018 | — |
| Seicento | 2010–2017 | — |
Also on record, with too little data for a page of its own: 500C · Linea · Spider.
NHTSA recalls, complaints and manufacturer communications (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · new cars in Europe: European Environment Agency, 2010–2022
Complaints by model year
All Fiat models together. Newer years are still collecting complaints.
NHTSA ODI complaints
What owners report
- Power train583
- Electrical system263
- Engine219
- Unknown or other161
- Air bags103
- Fuel/propulsion system71
- Vehicle speed control65
- Steering58
NHTSA ODI complaints, by the system named in the complaint
Latest recalls
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Fiat 500e Battery Electric (BEV) vehicles. The headlight horizontal aim adjustment is not covered as intended, which can result in improperly adjusted headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2018-2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, 2019-2023 Fiat 500X, Jeep Renegade, and 2024 Fiat 500E vehicles. A seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, preventing the front seat air bag from deploying as intended.
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles. The impeller inside the fuel pump may be deformed, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. The right rear brake caliper could have been fractured during the casting process.
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.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. Incorrect software may cause the occupant restraint controller (ORC) module to disable certain passive safety features.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
EU safety alerts
131 Fiat alerts in Safety Gate, the European Union's rapid alert system, since 2006; the latest 10 are below.
| Fiat 500e, Panda MHEV SR/02286/26 · 21 Aug 2026 | Fire, Injuries |
| Scudo SR/02229/26 · 14 Aug 2026 | Injuries |
| Ducato NG SR/02029/26 · 17 Jul 2026 | Injuries |
| Scudo SR/01585/26 · 5 Jun 2026 | Fire |
| Doblo SR/01171/26 · 24 Apr 2026 | Environment, Fire |
| Doblo, Scudo SR/00965/26 · 3 Apr 2026 | Injuries |
| Grande Panda SR/00906/26 · 27 Mar 2026 | Fire, Injuries |
| Doblo SR/00713/26 · 13 Mar 2026 | Fire |
| Ulysse, Scudo SR/04166/25 · 28 Nov 2025 | Environment |
| Scudo SR/03550/25 · 17 Oct 2025 | Injuries |
Safety Gate (European Commission) · CC0 · all EU alerts
New registrations in Europe
7,554,854 new Fiat cars registered in the EU, Norway and Iceland between 2010 and 2022, from the European Environment Agency's CO₂ monitoring of every new car. In 2022 the largest markets were Italy (179,168), Germany (56,985), France (37,501), Spain (24,913), Portugal (6,575).
| Year | New cars | CO₂ g/km |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 343,501 | 96 (WLTP) |
| 2021 | 386,962 | 112 (WLTP) |
| 2020 | 431,925 | 137 (WLTP) |
| 2019 | 608,365 | 148 (WLTP) |
| 2018 | 680,730 | 149 (WLTP) |
| 2017 | 726,600 | 116 (NEDC) |
| 2016 | 699,634 | — |
| 2015 | 611,208 | — |
| 2014 | 556,458 | — |
| 2013 | 535,174 | — |
| 2012 | 543,707 | — |
| 2011 | 641,478 | — |
| 2010 | 789,112 | — |
Most registered Fiat models in Europe, 2022
| Model | New cars |
|---|---|
| 500 | 148,622 |
| Panda | 123,650 |
| 500X | 30,270 |
| Tipo | 25,024 |
| Abarth 500 | 7,220 |
| 500L | 5,536 |
| Ducato | 1,042 |
| F1AT 500 ? 500 Abarth | 880 |
| Ulysse Tripod | 674 |
| E-doblo | 155 |
Averages are weighted by registrations; CO₂ is the type-approval value (NEDC until the WLTP switch). European Environment Agency, CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars · re-use permitted with acknowledgement
Real-world fuel consumption
185,684 Fiat cars registered in Europe between 2021 and 2024 report their fuel use through the on-board meter. Petrol hybrid cars average 6.1 l/100 km on the road, against 4.9 l/100 km in the official WLTP test — 24% more.
| Fuel | Cars | On the road | WLTP | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 31,254 | 7.5 | 6.4 | +18% |
| Petrol hybrid | 120,631 | 6.1 | 4.9 | +24% |
| Diesel | 33,799 | 5.5 | 4.7 | +17% |
By model
| Model | Cars | On the road | WLTP | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panda | 63,517 | 6.1 | 4.9 | +24% |
| 500 | 47,217 | 6.1 | 4.8 | +27% |
| 500X | 21,426 | 5.5 | 4.8 | +14% |
| Tipo | 11,506 | 5.5 | 4.5 | +22% |
| 500L | 2,675 | 7.7 | 7.3 | +4% |
| Ducato | 223 | 9.5 | 8.3 | +15% |
Litres per 100 km: total fuel used divided by total distance driven, from the car's own fuel consumption meter (OBFCM), collected in 2024 by the manufacturers, mostly remotely, and by national authorities. WLTP figures are the type-approval CO₂ values converted to litres. Hybrids, including mild hybrids, do not plug in; plug-in hybrid figures include the distance driven on electricity. European Environment Agency, Real-world CO₂ emissions from cars and vans · CC BY 4.0