Fiat 500L Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Fiat 500L have?

The Fiat 500L has 4 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 2014 through 2015. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my 500L under recall?

Whether your specific 500L is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled 500L year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2014 Fiat 500L has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 3 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

4 recall campaigns on record across 2 model years of the Fiat 500L. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

148

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

2 affected model years3 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2014

Affected Model Years

20151R · 14C 20143R · 133C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Transmission2 campaigns (50%)

Airbag2 campaigns (50%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Fiat 500L

POWER TRAIN

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ENGINE

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

SERVICE BRAKES

AIR BAGS

STEERING

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Based on 148 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.

All Fiat 500L Recall Campaigns

#17V1920002014 Fiat 500LTransmission

Issued: Invalid Date

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

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.

Risk: If the vehicle does not accelerate as expected, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

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 f…

#14V4810002014 Fiat 500LAirbag

Issued: Jun 8, 2014

AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured March 3, 2012, to July 25, 2014. Irregularities in the folding process during assembly of the driver's knee airbag may result in its improper deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply w…

Risk: If the knee airbag air bag does not deploy properly during a crash, there is an increased risk of driver injury.

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 1-800-853-140…

#14V1030002014 Fiat 500LTransmission

Issued: Apr 3, 2014

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured April 5, 2013, through January 22, 2014. In certain temperatures, moving the transmission shift lever may have a delayed effect or no effect on selecting a transmission gear.

Risk: If there is no effect, the vehicle might not shift out of the Park position. If there is a delayed effect, the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a cras…

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 …

#15V5900002015 Fiat 500LAirbag

Issued: Invalid Date

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured April 23, 2015, to May 10, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a passenger frontal air bag that was not folded properly during the assembly process. As a result, the air bag may not deploy as de…

Risk: In the event of a crash, if the air bag does not inflate as designed, the front seat occupant is at an increased risk of injury.

Remedy: Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact Fiat customer service at 1-888-242-63…

Recalls by Component

2Airbag Recalls

#14V481000MY 2014

AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured March 3, 2012, to July 25, 2014. Irregularities in the folding process duri…

#15V590000MY 2015

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured April 23, 2015, to May 10, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a passenger …

Fiat 500L Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Fiat 500L have?

The Fiat 500L has 4 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2014 through 2015.

Is my 500L under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled 500L year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2014 Fiat 500L has the highest recall campaign count (3 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a 500L recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a 500L?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

Check Your Specific Fiat 500L for Open Recalls

Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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