2017 Fiat 124 Spider Problems
- Complaints
- 33filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 4,624miles, 13 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 30 mpgcombined, 1.4L 4-cyl RWD · 26 city / 35 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 33 consumer complaints for the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider. The part named most often is air bags, with 14 complaints (42% of the total), followed by electrical system (6) and other or unknown (5). 13 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 4,624 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 76 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the software filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 13 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags14 42%
- Electrical system6 18%
- Other or unknown5 15%
- Engine4 12%
- Fuel system2 6.1%
- Seat belts2 6.1%
- Exterior lighting1 3.0%
- Body and structure1 3.0%
Also reported: Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Air bags: “I am writing to formally express my concern and disappointment regarding the lack of transparency and communication surrounding the airbag recall for the Fiat 124, first issued in 2024. As of today, Fiat has not provided any meaningful updates, solutions, or timelines regarding this serious safety issue. There has been no information uploaded to official channels, nor have customers been contacted with guidance or offered temporary remedies. …”
NHTSA complaint #11666363, filed 2025-06Electrical system: “Our 2017 Fiat 124 SPIDER abarth alarm goes off randomly sometimes 4 or 5 times a day while driving. My wife has been on the freeway and lights flash and horn constantly goes off until she has to pull off in traffic and stop the car and restart. Pushing panic button does nothing. This is an ongoing problem with many Fiat spiders and also miatas that are both built in the same plant. The dealer spent days but couldn't fix and now is going to order new bcm and fobs but from the forums on both cars I'm not hopeful. …”
NHTSA complaint #11052756, filed 2017-12, 3,500 milesOther or unknown: “This car has been towed in 3 times with stating problems, engine leaking oil and all lights coming on dash. It has been back to dealer 7 times and I only have 4700 miles on a 1 year old car. Each time the car was parked in my driveway”
NHTSA complaint #11092697, filed 2018-05, 4,700 milesEngine: “Thermostat, excelerator pedal, replaced and window washer tube reinstalled at 2,477 miles. At 3,014 mils car was towed 2 times in a week for car not starting. The spark plugs were oil soaked and fouled out. The most recent was now at 4,681 miles the oil light came on , check engine light and vacuum pump gasket went and was low in coolant. Each time the car was in for 4 days at a time. Fca paid for 3 tows. I now have a year old car with under 5,000 miles on it. Each time it was towed from in front of my house.”
NHTSA complaint #11092146, filed 2018-05, 4,624 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 13 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 2,600 and 7,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2017 Fiat 124 Spider version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 124 Spider RWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 26 | 35 | 30 | $2,750 |
| 124 Spider RWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 25 | 36 | 29 | $2,850 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 24V694000Sep 18, 2024Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module › SoftwareCovers: Fiat 124 Spider 2017–2020
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
- 19V068000Feb 5, 2019Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Covers: Fiat 124 Spider 2017–2019
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Fiat Spider 124 vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and…
Recall details for the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 76 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11022011Aug 16, 2025Body and structure. Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
- 11022012Aug 14, 2025Body and structure. Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
- 11022003Aug 13, 2025Body and structure. Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates
- 11005320Jul 24, 2024Body and structure. "Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates…
- 10251783Jan 10, 2024Electrical system. Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)…
- 10244356Sep 20, 2023Suspension. LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
- 10248509Sep 15, 2023Electrical system. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring…
- 10244348Sep 15, 2023Electrical system. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring…
- 10243209Aug 30, 2023Equipment. FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC
- 10243208Aug 30, 2023Equipment. Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B)
Other model years of the Fiat 124 Spider
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 8 | — | 1 | — | 30 | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 9 | 10,000 | 3 | — | 30 | — | Not enough data |
| 2018 | 16 | 6,000 | 2 | — | 30 | — | Rising |
| 2017 | 33 | 4,624 | 2 | — | 30 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Rising |
All Fiat 124 Spider model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider have?
NHTSA recorded 33 consumer complaints for the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 14 complaints (42% of the total), followed by electrical system with 6.
Has the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider (124 Spider, 1.4L 4-cyl) at 30 mpg combined, 26 city and 35 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,750 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider reported?
Among the 13 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 4,624 miles and the middle half falls between 2,600 and 7,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.