repaired · 2017 Q4
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. Loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
2014 FIAT 500eProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 16 owner complaints about the 2014 FIAT 500e, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-303 the manufacturer reports only 81% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 31, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 FIAT 500e has problems
16 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
11Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
4Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
3Power train
2Structure2 crash/fire/injury
1Electronic stability control (ESC)
1Engine
1Air bags
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 11 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 1 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2014 FIAT 500e recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. An electric propulsion system shut down will cause a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. If the service fuse blows, the vehicle would have a loss of propulsion while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with FIAT.
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other 500e year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 500e median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2014 FIAT 500e safety ratings
2014 Fiat 500E 3 HB FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 FIAT 500e, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
In owners' words
What 500e owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I RECEIVED RECALL ET189675 U69 IN THE MAIL. I THEN SETUP AN APPOINTMENT WITH OUR LOCAL FIAT DEALER TO HAVE THE SOFTWARE UPDATE DONE. THEY TOLD ME THEY DO NOT DO SERVICE ON ELECTRIC MODELS AND I SHOULD GO TO THE CLOSEST DEALER 112 MILE AWAY. I EXPLAINED MY RANGE IS 87 MILES ON A FULL CHARGE. SO I…
IT'S A PURE ELECTRIC CAR. THE PLUG ON THE 110V CHARGER OFTEN HEATS UP. IT BURNED/BLACKENED TWO OF THE OUTLETS WHERE I NORMALLY CHARGE THE CAR IN TWO DIFFERENT HOMES. IT GOT TO THE POINT WHERE ONE OF THE PRONGS OF THE CHARGER PLUG WAS FALLING OUT. I FELT THERE WAS A SAFETY HAZARD OF EITHER THE PRONG…
I HAVE TWO OPEN RECALLS (14V-235:P23) AND (15V-179:R15) THAT MY DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE SO FAR BEEN UNABLE TO PERFORM REPAIRS TO CORRECT. I HAVE BEEN WAITING 21 MONTHS FOR ONE OF THE RECALLS AND 10 MONTHS FOR THE SECOND WITH NO COMMUNICATION FROM DEALER AND NO HELP FROM FIAT. I AM NOW UNABLE…
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