Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2016 Fiat 500. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗TPMS Light May Not Illuminate/FMVSS 138
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- A TPMS warning light that fails to illuminate can result in the vehicle being driven with improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the TPMS electronic control unit module, free of charge. Owners were mailed July 11, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 80B.
Incorrect Spare Tire Information/FMVSS 110
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 11, 2015, to July 27, 2016. The tire placard on the affected vehicles lists a tire inflation pressure for the spare tire that exceeds the maximum pressure listed on the sidewall. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence
- If the spare tire is used while overinflated, the tire may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will add an overlay on the tire placard to the correct tire inflation information, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is S69.
Clutch Diaphragm Spring May Fracture
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 21, 2010, through January 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears.
- Consequence
- If the clutch diaphragm spring fails, the driver may not be able to shift gears or the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S34.
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Owner complaints (14)
14 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 8 | 57.1% |
| Electrical system | 3 | 21.4% |
| Engine | 3 | 21.4% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 21.4% |
| Air bags | 2 | 14.3% |
| Electronic stability control | 2 | 14.3% |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 14.3% |
| Structure | 1 | 7.1% |
| Suspension | 1 | 7.1% |
| Wheels | 1 | 7.1% |
How 2016 compares with other 500 years
Best and worst 500 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 396 | 3 |
| 2013 | 165 | 3 |
| 2014 | 124 | 3 |
| 2015 | 92 | 3 |
| 2016 | 14 | 3 |
| 2017 | 14 | 1 |
| 2018 | 5 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2016 Fiat 500 3 hb fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 34 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,400
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 264 g/mi
- EPA class
- Minicompact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 34 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 / 38 / 34 | $2,400 | 264 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 33 / 30 | $2,750 | 299 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 33 / 30 | $2,750 | 299 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 33 / 29 | $2,850 | 300 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 32 / 27 | $3,050 | 326 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 32 / 27 | $3,050 | 326 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2016 500 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2016 Fiat 500 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2016 Fiat 500 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 24V474000 (tire), 16V667000 (tire), 16V302000 (power train). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2016 Fiat 500 problems?
Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (8), Electrical system (3), Engine (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2016 Fiat 500 get?
EPA rates the 1.4 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 31 city, 38 highway and 34 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2016 Fiat 500 get?
NHTSA rated the 2016 Fiat 500 3 hb fwd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (14.7% rollover risk).
How does the 2016 500 compare with other years?
Among the 2011–2018 Fiat 500 model years at least five years old, the 2011 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2012 the most (396). The 2016 drew 14. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.