2012 Fiat 500 Technical Service Bulletins

132 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Fiat 500. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10215071Mar 31, 2016Electrical system. Hands Free Module Prompts Begin Erroneously.
• 10138948Mar 31, 2016Equipment. Hands Free Module Prompts Begin Erroneously This bulletin involves diagnosing and based on outcome, either performing a USB flash or replacing the Mopar accessory Hands Free Module (HFM). A customer may experience the Uconnect prompts begin to play without pressing the Voice Recognition (VR) button. The prompt may repeat itself two or three times before exiting. The customer satisfaction enhancements are included…
• 10121927Jan 26, 2016Engine cooling. NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
• 10218104Dec 24, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. Diagnostic And System Improvements.
• 10215138Dec 24, 2015Electrical system. Diagnostic And System Improvements.
• 10160078Dec 24, 2015Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: ? P1128-00 - Closed Loop Fueling Not Achieved - Bank 1 Upstream. ?
• 10121907Dec 24, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination.
• 10074921Dec 24, 2015Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10218144Nov 13, 2015Electrical system. System Improvements.
• 10215178Nov 13, 2015Electrical system. System Improvements.
• 10159934Nov 13, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. Flash: 1.4L System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience one of the following conditions or a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. ? Crank but no start condition in extreme cold temperatures of -4°F (-20°C) partially due to conditions caused by available fuel blends.
• 10074957Nov 13, 2015Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10217404Oct 13, 2015Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Brakes. Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Customers may experience one of the following: ? Intermittent fast crank condition ? Cranks as if no compression ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination ?
• 10216166Oct 13, 2015Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Customers may experience one of the following: ? Intermittent fast crank condition ? Cranks as if no compression ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination ?
• 10151747Oct 13, 2015Brakes, Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Customers may experience one of the following: ? Intermittent fast crank condition ? Cranks as if no compression ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination ?
• 10150541Apr 18, 2015Electrical system, Engine cooling, Brakes. Flash:1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon inspection, the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory. ?
• 10150520Apr 8, 2015Steering. Clunking Noise From The Steering Column While Turning The Steering Wheel This bulletin involves replacing the steering intermediate shaft. Clunking, popping, knocking noise from the lower steering column while turning the steering wheel.
• 10057938Apr 8, 2015Steering. Chrysler 2012-2015 fiat 500: service bulletin information and repair procedure for noise in the steering column while turning the steering wheel.
• 10150518Apr 7, 2015Brakes, Electrical system, Engine. Flash:1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon inspection, the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory. ?…
• 10057937Apr 7, 2015Electrical system. Chrysler 2012-2013 fiat 500/abarth : this bulletin supersedes 18-007-14 rev b. Dated october 18,2014 please remove from your files. Information on the diagnostic and system improvements which requires erasing and reprogramming power control module software.
• 10229177Feb 11, 2015Equipment. Part Description: Armrest Issue Description: When ordering a replacement armrest for a FIAT 500 VEHICLE built prior to 4/23/2012, a new FRAME-FRONT SEAT BACK is required (68194579AA). ~ Refer to DealerConnect, TechConnect for repair instructions for this assembly.
• 10223599Feb 11, 2015Engine cooling. Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Valve bodies with a gray connector can only be used on 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.~ Solenoid packs with a white…
• 10223598Feb 11, 2015Equipment. Part Description: Armrest Issue Description: When ordering a replacement armrest for a FIAT 500 VEHICLE built prior to 4/23/2012, a new FRAME-FRONT SEAT BACK is required (68194579AA). ~ Refer to DealerConnect, TechConnect for repair instructions for this assembly.
• 10221511Feb 11, 2015Equipment. Part Description: Armrest Issue Description: When ordering a replacement armrest for a FIAT 500 VEHICLE built prior to 4/23/2012, a new FRAME-FRONT SEAT BACK is required (68194579AA). ~ Refer to DealerConnect, TechConnect for repair instructions for this assembly.
• 10144811Feb 11, 2015Seats. Part Description: Armrest Issue Description: When ordering a replacement armrest for a FIAT 500 VEHICLE built prior to 4/23/2012, a new FRAME-FRONT SEAT BACK is required (68194579AA). ~ Refer to DealerConnect, TechConnect for repair instructions for this assembly.
• 10139792Oct 18, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Flash:1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon inspection, the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory. ?…
• 10221036Sep 26, 2014Suspension, Seats, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Electronic stability…. Front Suspension Clunk Noise While Making Left And Right Turns This bulletin involves replacing the front strut jounce bumpers. Clunk noise coming from the front suspension. Noise may be more noticeable during cold temperatures below 40°F (4°C). Noise may be eliminated with warmer temperatures.
• 10139756Sep 26, 2014Suspension. Front Suspension Clunk Noise While Making Left And Right Turns This bulletin involves replacing the front strut jounce bumpers. Clunk noise coming from the front suspension. Noise may be more noticeable during cold temperatures below 40°F (4°C). Noise may be eliminated with warmer temperatures.
• 10061849Sep 26, 2014Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10139693Aug 14, 2014Engine cooling. Flash: Engine Crank, No Start and/or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Customers may complain of an intermittent crank, no start condition. The customer may also indicate the engine sounds like it is freewheeling or has no compression. When this issue occurs, it is typically resolved with…
• 10063251Aug 14, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10139675Jun 25, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Rear Window Washer Nozzle Drips And/Or Leaks While Driving This bulletin involves installing a check valve and hose assembly behind the rear window washer nozzle. Rear window washer nozzle leaks and/or drips while driving.
• 10063791Jun 25, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10139673Jun 24, 2014Suspension. Rear Axle Alignment Shims This bulletin is to inform service personnel of the availability of rear axle alignment shims.
• 10229871Apr 23, 2014Electrical system. Dielectric Grease This product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time.
• 10218819Apr 23, 2014Electrical system. Flash: Clock In The Cluster Gains Or Loses Time This bulletin involves updating the software in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). Some customers may notice that their clock may gain or loses time.
• 10218783Apr 23, 2014Electrical system. Dielectric Grease This product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time.
• 10217978Apr 23, 2014Electrical system, Other or unknown. Flash: Clock In The Cluster Gains Or Loses Time This bulletin involves updating the software in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). Some customers may notice that their clock may gain or loses time.
• 10217942Apr 23, 2014Electrical system. Dielectric Grease This product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time.
• 10139652Apr 23, 2014Electrical system. Flash: Clock In The Cluster Gains Or Loses Time This bulletin involves updating the software in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). Some customers may notice that their clock may gain or loses time.
• 10062110Apr 23, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10136949Feb 11, 2014Electrical system, Engine cooling. Flash: Engine Crank, No Start and/or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Customers may complain of an intermittent crank, no start condition. The customer may also indicate the engine sounds like it is freewheeling or has no compression. When this issue occurs, it is typically resolved with…
• 10055329Feb 11, 2014Engine. Chrysler: some vehicles are exhibiting malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination, no start, engine crank and the powertrain control module (pcm) has selectively erasing and reprogramming with new software. Model 2012 500/abarth.
• 10136928Jan 31, 2014Electrical system. Flash: Clock In The Cluster Gains Time This bulletin involves updating the software in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). Some customers may notice that their clock may gain time.
• 10062111Jan 31, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10064496Oct 3, 2013Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10064482Aug 6, 2013Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10220427Jun 29, 2013Body and structure. Front And/Or Rear Emblems Bubbling And/Or Fading This bulletin involves replacing the rear FIAT emblem and inspecting and if necessary replacing the front FIAT emblem. Front And/Or Rear Emblems Bubbling And/Or Fading
• 10189195Jun 29, 2013Equipment. Front And/Or Rear Emblems Bubbling And/Or Fading This bulletin involves replacing the rear FIAT emblem and inspecting and if necessary replacing the front FIAT emblem. Front And/Or Rear Emblems Bubbling And/Or Fading
• 10136904Jun 29, 2013Body and structure. Front And/Or Rear Emblems Bubbling And/Or Fading This bulletin involves replacing the rear FIAT emblem and inspecting and if necessary replacing the front FIAT emblem. Front And/Or Rear Emblems Bubbling And/Or Fading

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