2017 Fiat 500 Problems
- Complaints
- 14filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 15,873miles, 9 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall
- EPA fuel economy
- 30 mpgcombined, 1.4L 4-cyl FWD · 28 city / 33 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 Fiat 500 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 2017 Fiat 500. The part named most often is electrical system, with 5 complaints (36% of the total), followed by body and structure (3) and transmission and drivetrain (3). 9 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 15,873 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 101 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 25 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Body and structure complaints overlap with 22 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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.
- Electrical system5 36%
- Body and structure3 21%
- Brakes2 14%
- Engine2 14%
- Other or unknown2 14%
- Air bags1 7.1%
- Fuel system1 7.1%
- Steering1 7.1%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “Car stopped and quickly slowed down without warning. I had very little time to steer car to the side of the road. The rbs/ABS system started slowing the car on its own. I had only been going 30 MPH, however had I been in a center lane on a freeway at 60 MPH, I would have not been able to get it off the road.”
NHTSA complaint #11375410, filed 2020-11, 32,000 milesBody and structure: “After owning the vehicle for just 5 months, I was pushing in my passenger side view mirror and it popped off. I went back and forth with the dealer, taking in a couple of times to take pictures. After 2 months, Fiat has come back to say that this is normal wear and tear and is not covered by warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #11033845, filed 2017-10, 6,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Car has moved out of park 4 times and the last time rolled down my drive way and hit another car. I want to have this vehicle returned and get another car. We took this vehicle into the dealer about 4 months ago for electronic gauge and system problems. They said there was nothing wrong with it. I don't believe them anymore.”
NHTSA complaint #11102295, filed 2018-06, 5,500 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 9 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 5,500 and 22,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2017 Fiat 500. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 · hatchback FWD | ★★★★☆ | 4 / 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 · 14.7% risk |
Neighbouring years: 2016: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2017 Fiat 500 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving); for electric versions it is the cost of electricity and the rating is in MPGe.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 31 | 38 | 34 | $2,400 |
| 500 FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 28 | 33 | 30 | $2,750 |
| 500 FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 27 | 33 | 29 | $2,850 |
| 500 FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 24 | 32 | 27 | $3,050 |
| 500 Abarth FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 28 | 33 | 30 | $2,750 |
| 500 Abarth FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 24 | 32 | 27 | $3,050 |
| 500e FWD | Electric | single-speed | 121 | 103 | 112 MPGe | $650 |
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
- 24V474000Jun 25, 2024Tires › Pressure monitoring and regulating systemsCovers: Fiat 500 2014–2019
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…
Recall details for the 2017 Fiat 500 → · 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. 101 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11033871Jun 4, 2026Body and structure. Broken Exterior Driver And/Or Passenger Door Handles XB2 Warranty Extension Customers may comment the following: ● One or both exterior door handles are broken. This bulletin involves replacing one…
- 11024312Oct 7, 2025Other or unknown. High Voltage Air Conditioning Refrigerant Dye
- 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
- 11020767Jul 8, 2025Engine. Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders:
- 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…
Other model years of the Fiat 500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 5 | 12,000 | 1 | — | 27 | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 14 | 15,873 | 1 | 4 | 30 | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 14 | 25,000 | 3 | 4 | 30 | — | Not enough data |
| 2015 | 92 | 26,000 | 3 | 4 | 30 | 36 · Typical | Falling |
| 2014 | 124 | 17,000 | 3 | 4 | 30 | 61 · Typical | Rising |
| 2013 | 166 | 44,000 | 3 | 4 | 30 | 21 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2012 | 396 | 47,566 | 3 | 3 | 30 | 69 · More | Falling |
All Fiat 500 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 Fiat 500 have?
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 2017 Fiat 500 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 Fiat 500 is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 5 complaints (36% of the total), followed by body and structure with 3.
Has the 2017 Fiat 500 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2017 Fiat 500 do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2017 Fiat 500 4 out of 5 stars overall. Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Fiat 500 get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Fiat 500 (500, 1.4L 4-cyl) at 30 mpg combined, 28 city and 33 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 500 reported?
Among the 9 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 15,873 miles and the middle half falls between 5,500 and 22,000 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 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.