Fiat 500L Recalls: Every NHTSA Recall by Model Year
The Fiat 500L has 4 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2014–2015; the most recent is 17V192000 (Mar 21, 2017) for powertrain / transmission, covering 2014 models. The 2014 model year has the most, with 3.
Recall repairs are free at Fiat dealers. This list is model-level, so it can't tell you whether your car is affected or already fixed. For that, check your VIN.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns · Data pulled Nov 7, 2026 · By CarWhere Research
Most 500L recalls involve air bags (2) and powertrain / transmission (2).
Fiat 500L recalls by model year
Campaigns that cover each model year. One campaign can cover several years, so it is counted once in every year it covers.
| Model year | Recalls | Main components | Per-year check |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2 | air bags | — |
| 2014 | 3 | powertrain / transmission, air bags | — |
Biggest Fiat 500L recalls
Ranked by the number of vehicles NHTSA lists for the whole campaign. That total often includes other models.
500L model years: 2014
500L model years: 2014–2015
500L model years: 2014
500L model years: 2015
All 4 Fiat 500L recalls (newest first)
Mar 21, 201717V192000Powertrain / transmission2014
Component: Powertrain / transmission (automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm))
500L model years: 2014 · about 25,583 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration maybe incorrect, limiting the engine to idle speed and torque even when accelerator pedal is fully pressed.
The risk: If the vehicle does not accelerate as expected, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2017. Owners may the Fiat Information Center at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is T19.
Sep 23, 201515V590000Air bags2015
Component: Air bags (frontal, passenger side, inflator module)
500L model years: 2015 · about 15 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured April 23, 2015, to May 10, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a passenger frontal air bag that was not folded properly during the assembly process. As a result, the air bag may not deploy as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk: In the event of a crash, if the air bag does not inflate as designed, the front seat occupant is at an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact Fiat customer service at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is R54.
Aug 6, 201414V481000Air bags2014–2015
Component: Air bags (knee bolster)
500L model years: 2014–2015 · about 25,479 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured March 3, 2012, to July 25, 2014. Irregularities in the folding process during assembly of the driver's knee airbag may result in its improper deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk: If the knee airbag air bag does not deploy properly during a crash, there is an increased risk of driver injury.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's knee air bag, free of charge. The recall began on September 26, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P42.
Mar 4, 201414V103000Powertrain / transmission2014
Component: Powertrain / transmission (automatic transmission)
500L model years: 2014 · about 18,100 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured April 5, 2013, through January 22, 2014. In certain temperatures, moving the transmission shift lever may have a delayed effect or no effect on selecting a transmission gear.
The risk: If there is no effect, the vehicle might not shift out of the Park position. If there is a delayed effect, the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter module or update the shifter software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number associated with this recall is P06.
How to check if your 500L has an open recall
- Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the door-jamb sticker, or your registration.
- Enter it in the free VIN recall check. It queries NHTSA for your exact vehicle, not just the model.
- If a recall is open, call any Fiat dealer's service department to book the free repair. Bring the recall number from the list above.
- Buying used? Ask the seller for the dealer's recall-completion printout before you pay.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Fiat 500L have?
4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns cover the Fiat 500L across model years 2014–2015. A single campaign often spans several model years, so the per-year counts in the table add up to more than 4. The 2014 model year has the most, with 3.
What is the latest Fiat 500L recall?
17V192000, filed with NHTSA on Mar 21, 2017: powertrain / transmission (automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)), covering 2014 500L models. The fix is free at Fiat dealers.
What is the biggest Fiat 500L recall?
By vehicles covered, 17V192000 (Mar 21, 2017), a powertrain / transmission campaign covering about 25,583 vehicles in total. That count is for the whole campaign, which can include other models besides the 500L.
How do I check if my Fiat 500L has an open recall?
Run your 17-character VIN through a VIN recall check. A model-level list can't tell you whether your car was built in the affected range or has already been repaired. Any Fiat dealer can also look up the VIN and do the repair.
Are Fiat recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety-recall repairs are done free at franchised Fiat dealers, whether or not the warranty has expired and wherever you bought the car. Manufacturers must offer a free remedy for vehicles up to 15 years old at the time the recall is filed, and many still repair older ones.
Sources and method
- NHTSA recalls database: every campaign for the FIAT 500L, queried by model year through NHTSA's public recalls API (api.nhtsa.gov).
- Affected-vehicle counts are NHTSA's "potential units affected" for the whole campaign, which can include other models.
- Campaigns filed under a separate NHTSA model name (for example a hybrid or heavy-duty variant) are not included here.
- Data pulled Nov 7, 2026. Problem, risk and fix text is NHTSA's own campaign wording.