The contact owns a 2016 Fiat 500E. The contact stated that the vehicle could not immediately be started. The "Service Electrical System" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the battery was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,347.
The worst 2016 Fiat 500E problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical2
- Lights2
- Transmission1
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- Electrical2
- Lights2
- Transmission1
Recalls 1
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Fiat 500e vehicles manufactured March 22, 2012, to January 29, 2016. The power inverter module (PIM) may experience voltage spikes which can cause the propulsion system to shut down and loss of motive power.
- Risk
- Loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PIM software, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S26.
Recall number 16V303000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Pedestrian alert sounds
the federal safety agency received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, the federal safety agency opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified the federal safety agency he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by the federal safety agency regarding the subject matter of the petition.
DP22005
Technical service bulletins for the 2016 Fiat 500E 89
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC)...
- Lifter
- Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair...
- Warranty Bulletin D-16-03
- FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage
- Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review...
- Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant
- WiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT)
- Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of...
- If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is...
What 2016 Fiat 500E owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2018 Fiat 500E. The contact stated that while driving at night, it was discovered that the driver's side headlight was not illuminating. The driver's side light bulb was replaced but would intermittently shut off. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the driver's side light bulb connector had melted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 26,500.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 fiat 500e. While the vehicle was stationary, the rear driver side brake light malfunctioned. The brake light warning indicator displayed the following message: "right stop light out". The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 21,000.
Car stopped while waiting at intersection for no reason in the middle of the street. Would not restart. After a period of time car started and resumed driving.
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Questions about the 2016 Fiat 500E
Is the 2016 Fiat 500E reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2016 Fiat 500E, fewer than a typical 500E model year.
What is the 2016 Fiat 500E year score?
The 2016 Fiat 500E scores 92 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Fiat 500E: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Fiat 500E?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints. Next is lights (2).
How many recalls does the 2016 Fiat 500E have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
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