This page covers 1 recall, 13 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Fiat 500.
27–34 mpg combined
6.9–8.7 L/100km
Minicompact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints for the 2017 Fiat 500 are spread across a small number of reports, with the powertrain drawing the most attention. Owners describe transmission and clutch-related problems, including a vehicle that would no longer shift into or out of gear while running after a hard stop, with multiple repair attempts involving the slave cylinder, clutch, and CV axle components. Braking behavior comes up in more than one report, with owners describing brakes that grab and jerk just before a full stop, or that alternate between stopping too hard and dragging. The electrical system also appears, with one owner reporting a recurring airbag warning light that returned within days of each dealer repair visit. A couple of structural complaints describe interior door handles cracking and detaching, attributed to water intrusion.
13
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
At a glance
What can fail
The tire pressure monitoring system warning light may not turn on when tire pressure is low, preventing you from knowing when your tires need air.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the tire pressure monitoring system control unit at no cost to restore proper warning light function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
