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2016 Fiat 500e: problems, recalls and fuel economy
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Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2016 Fiat 500e with NHTSA, and it has 1 recall. We don't rate it yet: a rating needs sales figures to turn complaints into rates.
Owner complaints
6
filed with NHTSA
Recalls
1
on record
Fuel economy
112 MPGe
best version, EPA combined
What owners complain about most
Engines and fuel economy
| Version | Drive | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Electric, 84 mi range | Front-Wheel Drive | 112 MPGe |
Recalls
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction BatteryMay 16, 2016 · campaign 16V303000
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.
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Other years of the Fiat 500e
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Not rated yet |
| 2025 | Not rated yet |
| 2024 | Not rated yet |
| 2019 | Not rated yet |
| 2018 | Not rated yet |
| 2017 | Not rated yet |
| 2016 | Not rated yet |
| 2015 | Not rated yet |
Questions people ask
What problems does the 2016 Fiat 500e have?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA: electrical system (3), body, glass & interior (2), transmission & drivetrain (1). We don't rate it yet, so this count isn't a reliability score: popular cars get more complaints.
How many recalls does the 2016 Fiat 500e have?
1 recall on record with NHTSA.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Fiat 500e get?
Up to 112 MPGe combined (EPA), depending on the engine.