2016 Fiat 500Service bulletins
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.
- 10148997Aug 29, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. 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 further investigation the Technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set in the PCM. P0141 - O2 Sensor 1/2 Heater Performance.
- 10058822Aug 29, 2015Equipment. 2016 fiat 500x: bulletin for vehicles made on or after 02/02/2015. Customers may complain of a malfunction indicator lamp illumination. Also procedure for selectively erasing and reprogramming the powertrain control module
- 10148962Aug 10, 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.
- 10148950Aug 4, 2015Equipment. Antenna Mast Will Not Screw Into Base This bulletin involves inspecting and installing the correct antenna mast, if required. The dealer may not be able to install the antenna mast to the antenna base. The mast may have the incorrect thread pitch (1.0 mm) and will not screw into the base. The mast should have a thread pitch of 0.8 mm.
- 10149686Jul 18, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. The customer may describe one or more of the following: ? Harsh 1-2 Upshift. ? Harsh Garage Shifts (Park to Reverse or Drive).
- 10058729Jul 18, 2015Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. Fiat 500: this involves reprogramming the transmission control module with latest software to enhance drivability and shifting
- 10149669Jul 8, 2015Electrical system. 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…
- 10150618Jun 20, 2015Equipment. Matte Finish Care And Protection Matte paint is a unique exterior treatment that gives your Fiat 500X a distinctive appearance. Matte finishes are different from other automotive paints and need special care to maintain their appearance. Typical gloss paints use a high gloss clear-coat finish that reflects light and gives a shiny appearance. A matte finish uses a different coating that diffuses light, providing a…
- 10150615Jun 20, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. 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): ? P0887-00 -Transmission Fluid Temperature…
- 10148943May 30, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. 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…
- 10148933May 27, 2015Electrical system. Stored Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Found During New Vehicle Preparation
- 10150531Apr 14, 2015Engine, Electrical system, Fuel system. 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). ? P0171 - Fuel System 1/1 Lean ? P050D - Cold Start…
- 10150530Apr 14, 2015Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. 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 one or more of the following transmission related conditions. ? Less than desired accelerator pedal response in Sport and TractionPlus modes. ? RPM flare at engine start. ? Less than desired idle performance…
- 10139673Jun 24, 2014Suspension. Rear Axle Alignment Shims This bulletin is to inform service personnel of the availability of rear axle alignment shims.
- 10129008Mar 20, 2013Equipment. 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio).
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.