Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2015 Fiat 500L. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Passenger Air Bag may Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 208
- Summary
- 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 designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence
- 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 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is R54.
Knee Air Bag may Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 208
- Summary
- 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 with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence
- 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 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P42.
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Owner complaints (23)
23 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 23 |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 5 | 21.7% |
| Power train | 5 | 21.7% |
| Electrical system | 4 | 17.4% |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 17.4% |
| Engine | 2 | 8.7% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 8.7% |
| Steering | 2 | 8.7% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 4.3% |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 4.3% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 4.3% |
How 2015 compares with other 500L years
Best and worst 500L years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 183 | 3 |
| 2015 | 23 | 2 |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 |
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.
Fuel economy: up to 28 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,950
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 316 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Station Wagons
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 28 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 · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 32 / 28 | $2,950 | 316 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 32 / 27 | $3,050 | 330 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | $3,300 | 354 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2015 500L 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.
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2015 Fiat 500L FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 Fiat 500L have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 15V590000 (air bag), 14V481000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 Fiat 500L problems?
Owners filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (5), Power train (5), Electrical system (4) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 Fiat 500L get?
EPA rates the 1.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual version at 25 city, 32 highway and 28 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2015 500L compare with other years?
Among the 2014–2017 Fiat 500L model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2014 the most (183). The 2015 drew 23. 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.