2016 Fiat 500e recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-18. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
1 safety recall, most serious first
1. Electrical system
What's wrong, in plain English: Wiring, modules, batteries. Short circuits can cause stalls or fires. The power inverter module (PIM) may experience voltage spikes which can cause the propulsion system to shut down and loss of motive power.
What could happen: Loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 2016 500E.
- Book a repair at any authorized Fiat dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 16V303000 (manufacturer code S26).
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Manufacturer hotline: 1-800-853-1403.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Useful for owners
- OBD2 code reader — see what the car's computer is reporting
- Portable jump starter
- 2016 Fiat 500e owner's manual
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Electrical system (2), Lights (2), Transmission / drivetrain (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (4)
11/22/2023 · Electrical system
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 notif…
06/06/2023 · Lights
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…
08/09/2018 · Lights
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.
10/12/2016 · Transmission / drivetrain
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.