2016 Fiat 500 Technical Service Bulletins

165 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 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.

• 10074907Feb 12, 2016Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10215059Feb 5, 2016Engine cooling. This bulletin involves reprogramming the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) with the latest
• 10074217Feb 4, 2016Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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).~
• 10074604Jan 13, 2016Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10074208Dec 23, 2015Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10218065Dec 22, 2015Electrical system. This bulletin involves updating the Body Control Module (BCM) software.
• 10074984Dec 22, 2015Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10074644Dec 22, 2015Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10218063Dec 18, 2015Tires, Electrical system. This bulletin involves performing a wiTECH Misc-Function routine, for proper operation of
• 10215097Dec 18, 2015Equipment, Tires, Electrical system. This bulletin involves performing a wiTECH Misc-Function routine, for proper operation of
• 10160051Dec 18, 2015Tires, Electrical system. Tire Pressure Monitor C1012-88 C1015-88 This bulletin involves performing a wiTECH Misc-Function routine, for proper operation of the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) feature. The customer may notice that the TPM lamp is illuminated. On further inspection the technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) C1012-88 TPM Sensor Location Undetermined - BUS off, and/or C1015-88 Front/Rear Tire Pressure Sensor Location…
• 10074642Dec 18, 2015Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10159998Dec 16, 2015Vehicle speed control. Part Description: Accelerator Pedal Issue Description: Vehicle has accelerator pedal fault code. Before replacing accelerator pedal, be sure to follow fault code diagnostic procedures in service manual. Make sure to check wiring and connectors. DTC P2299 is usually caused by a two footed driver and accelerator pedal should not be replaced for this fault.
• 10074983Dec 5, 2015Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10159965Nov 17, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. CAUTION: Confirm the correct radio flash file to the applicable model and family vehicle before flashing. A customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Radio display screen intermittently may go blank. ? Radio display screen may lock up. ? Back up display may not turn off. ? Loss of radio memory for skipped channels or…
• 10159942Nov 17, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. CAUTION: Confirm the correct radio flash file to the applicable model and family vehicle before flashing. A customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Radio display screen intermittently may go blank. ? Radio display screen may lock up. ? Back up display may not turn off. ? Loss of radio memory for skipped channels or…
• 10159913Nov 7, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. Air Conditioning Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Manual Climate Control Module. A small number of customers may experience the loss of air conditioning operation (AC will not turn on).
• 10217418Oct 17, 2015Wheels, Electrical system, Air bags. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting in the DTCM This bulletin involves reprogramming the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) with the latest available software. Some vehicles may experience the All Wheel Drive Light (AWD) illuminating due to DTC C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting erroneously in the DTCM.
• 10216180Oct 17, 2015Wheels, Electrical system, Air bags. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting in the DTCM This bulletin involves reprogramming the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) with the latest available software. Some vehicles may experience the All Wheel Drive Light (AWD) illuminating due to DTC C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting erroneously in the DTCM.
• 10151761Oct 17, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting in the DTCM This bulletin involves reprogramming the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) with the latest available software. Some vehicles may experience the All Wheel Drive Light (AWD) illuminating due to DTC C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting erroneously in the DTCM.
• 10217407Oct 14, 2015Electrical system. Flash: Vehicle Will Not Shift Out Of Park This bulletin involves reprogramming the Electronic Shift Module (ESM) with the latest available software. Some Customers may experience a condition where the vehicle will not shift out of park while the engine running at idle and brake pedal applied. Cycling the ignition key off and restarting the engine will allow shift. Technicians may find DTC P0606-00 Control Module…
• 10216169Oct 14, 2015Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. Flash: Vehicle Will Not Shift Out Of Park This bulletin involves reprogramming the Electronic Shift Module (ESM) with the latest available software. Some Customers may experience a condition where the vehicle will not shift out of park while the engine running at idle and brake pedal applied. Cycling the ignition key off and restarting the engine will allow shift. Technicians may find DTC P0606-00 Control Module…
• 10151750Oct 14, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: Vehicle Will Not Shift Out Of Park This bulletin involves reprogramming the Electronic Shift Module (ESM) with the latest available software. Some Customers may experience a condition where the vehicle will not shift out of park while the engine running at idle and brake pedal applied. Cycling the ignition key off and restarting the engine will allow shift. Technicians may find DTC P0606-00 Control Module…
• 10217397Oct 8, 2015Wheels, Air bags, Electrical system. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting in the DTCM This bulletin involves reprogramming the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) with the latest available software. Some vehicles may experience the All Wheel Drive Light (AWD) illuminating due to DTC C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting erroneously in the DTCM.
• 10217396Oct 8, 2015Wheels, Electrical system, Air bags. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting in the DTCM This bulletin involves reprogramming the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) with the latest available software. Some vehicles may experience the All Wheel Drive Light (AWD) illuminating due to DTC C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting erroneously in the DTCM.
• 10216159Oct 8, 2015Equipment, Electrical system, Engine cooling. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting in the DTCM This bulletin involves reprogramming the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) with the latest available software. Some vehicles may experience the All Wheel Drive Light (AWD) illuminating due to DTC C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting erroneously in the DTCM.
• 10216158Oct 8, 2015Electrical system, Equipment, Engine cooling. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting in the DTCM This bulletin involves reprogramming the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) with the latest available software. Some vehicles may experience the All Wheel Drive Light (AWD) illuminating due to DTC C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting erroneously in the DTCM.
• 10151740Oct 8, 2015Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting in the DTCM This bulletin involves reprogramming the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) with the latest available software. Some vehicles may experience the All Wheel Drive Light (AWD) illuminating due to DTC C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting erroneously in the DTCM.
• 10151739Oct 8, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting in the DTCM This bulletin involves reprogramming the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) with the latest available software. Some vehicles may experience the All Wheel Drive Light (AWD) illuminating due to DTC C2020-01 ECU Internal Fault setting erroneously in the DTCM.
• 10058849Oct 8, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. 2015 jeep renegade; 2016 fiat 500x: all wheel drive light illuminating due to dtc may be experienced by some customers. Procedure on reprogramming the drivetrain control module with latest software *cn updated 9/3/15.
• 10217394Oct 7, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. 948TE 9 Speed Transmission Quick Learn Procedure This bulletin provides information on how to perform the new scan tool based transmission Quick Learn procedure. This procedure is required after certain transmission repairs or to improve a customer?s concern of poor shift quality. Customers may indicate that their transmission shift quality may be erratic.
• 10216156Oct 7, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. 948TE 9 Speed Transmission Quick Learn Procedure This bulletin provides information on how to perform the new scan tool based transmission Quick Learn procedure. This procedure is required after certain transmission repairs or to improve a customer?s concern of poor shift quality. Customers may indicate that their transmission shift quality may be erratic.
• 10151737Oct 7, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. 948TE 9 Speed Transmission Quick Learn Procedure This bulletin provides information on how to perform the new scan tool based transmission Quick Learn procedure. This procedure is required after certain transmission repairs or to improve a customer?s concern of poor shift quality. Customers may indicate that their transmission shift quality may be erratic.
• 10058857Oct 7, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. 2015 jeep cherokee; chrysler 200; jeep renegade; ram promaster city; 2016 fiat 500x: erratic transmission shift quality may be indicated
• 10217387Oct 3, 2015Back-over prevention (rear camera), Air bags, Wheels, Brakes. Front Brake Squeak/Squeal Noise This bulletin involves cleaning excessive sealant from the front brake caliper adaptor brackets and replacing the adaptor bracket mounting bolts and/or replacing the front brake pads and related hardware. The customer may describe one or more of the front brake squeak/squeal noise symptoms/conditions: ? Squeak/squeal noise during moderate brake apply combined with light steering. The…
• 10216149Oct 3, 2015Equipment, Brakes. Front Brake Squeak/Squeal Noise This bulletin involves cleaning excessive sealant from the front brake caliper adaptor brackets and replacing the adaptor bracket mounting bolts and/or replacing the front brake pads and related hardware. The customer may describe one or more of the front brake squeak/squeal noise symptoms/conditions: ? Squeak/squeal noise during moderate brake apply combined with light steering. The…
• 10151730Oct 3, 2015Brakes. Front Brake Squeak/Squeal Noise This bulletin involves cleaning excessive sealant from the front brake caliper adaptor brackets and replacing the adaptor bracket mounting bolts and/or replacing the front brake pads and related hardware. The customer may describe one or more of the front brake squeak/squeal noise symptoms/conditions: ? Squeak/squeal noise during moderate brake apply combined with light steering. The…
• 10148690Sep 29, 2015Electrical system, Steering, Transmission and drivetrain. Electronic Power Steering System (EPS) Instrument Cluster Lamp ON This bulletin involves reprogramming the Electric Power Steering (EPS) module with the latest available software to correct an erroneous EPS lamp illumination. The customer may describe the Power Steering System Warning lamp is illuminated on the instrument cluster.
• 10058780Sep 29, 2015Electrical system. Fiat 500x: on the instrument cluster the power steering system warning light is illuminated . Electric power steering module needs reprogramming with latest software to correct an erroneous eps lamp illumination
• 10148681Sep 23, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system, Equipment. Flash: Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? P0711 - Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor…
• 10148678Sep 23, 2015Fuel system, Other or unknown, Electrical system, Engine. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). ? U0402 - Implausible Data Received From TCM. ? P0133…
• 10058573Sep 23, 2015Electrical system, Engine. Fiat: malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminates due to possible rpm cold engine surge while engaged in gear, rough idle cold start, 02 sensor 1/1 slow response and would need latest software programmed to engine control module (ecm). Model 2016 500x. *pe updated 11/30/15
• 10058532Sep 23, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Fiat: malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is illuminated and procedure provided on transmission control module reprogramming with latest software *cn updated 12/3/15
• 10148669Sep 18, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. RA2 Radio Software Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the radio software. The customer may notice a false message displayed in the Cluster; Parking Sensors Unavailable and/or Sound System Unavailable.
• 10148668Sep 17, 2015Equipment. RA2 Radio Software Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the radio software. The customer may notice a false message may be displayed on the radio; Audio & Parking Sensors Not Available.
• 10148666Sep 16, 2015Electrical system. Flash: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Enhancement This bulletin involves reprogramming the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) with the latest available software. The customers may notice that the IPC brightness level may not adjust correctly to correspond with the outside light levels. Also an enhancement was made to properly calculate and display when the next service maintenance is needed.
• 10058753Sep 16, 2015Electrical system. Fiat 500x: the ipc brightness level might not adjust correctly. Reprogramming instrument cluster with latest software
• 10148663Sep 12, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves upgrading the software on the RA4 Radio. The customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Travel Link soft key missing (U.S. only). ? Weather map now available for SXM (U.S. only). ? Cannot select different map displays. ? Point Of Interest (POI) cannot be added as waypoints. ? Conference calls may not display all active callers. ? Improve iPod response time…
• 10148999Aug 29, 2015Equipment. Air Conditioning Inoperative This bulletin involves reprogramming the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) module with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience the loss of air conditioning operation.

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