Most common 2015 Fiat 500E problems
Share of the 11 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Fiat 500E complaints by model year
Best 500E years: 2024, 2015. Compare all years →
2015 Fiat 500E recalls (2)
Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery
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.
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.
Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 EV vehicles manufactured March 27, 2012, to November 1, 2014. If the vehicle goes in to limp home mode, incompatible software between Electric Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU) and Battery Pack Control Module (BPCM) may cause the electric propulsion system to…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to ensure compatability between components, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2015 Fiat 500E:
Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA 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 NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles.
What 2015 Fiat 500E owners say
Electrical system
3 days after driving my new Fiat 500e which I am leasing , I began to notice extremely uncomfortable physical sensations. The only thing I can compare it to is taking on an old cellphone for a long period of time. It's a similar kind of feeling of power and radiation. I have taken at least 10 people for rides in the car. 3 of them report similar sensations, without being prompted in any way while some are not aware of the the radiation. Effects/symptoms (partial list ) : head ache, tingling on face and around ears ,pressure feeling in ears, pressure feeling in center of chest, foggy feeling in head, which continues for 15 to 60 minutes after driving. Notes: I have tested myself sitting in the car without it turned on for 30 minutes. There are no negative effects whatsoever. The symptoms are worse when: 1) the air conditioner is turned on 2) more acceleration is used, using more power. …
Vehicle will not start following a evening charge. 12 volt system drains and charging system does not function. Following morning vehicle is not movable and key will not be removable. You can try jumping the 12 volt system, but does not always work. If vehicle becomes functional you will get a host of error messages including propulsion system error requiring a return to dealership. Chrysler/Fiat is aware of the problem and suggest to plug the vehicle in as normal and add a trickle charger under the hood to the 12 volt system!!! This problem occurs at least once/week and Fiat does not have a solution. Filed a complaint with customer care which agreed to do a software fix, but instead closed the order without contacting us and said they did not have a fix. …
Fuel & propulsion system
Vehicle will not start following a evening charge. 12 volt system drains and charging system does not function. Following morning vehicle is not movable and key will not be removable. You can try jumping the 12 volt system, but does not always work. If vehicle becomes functional you will get a host of error messages including propulsion system error requiring a return to dealership. Chrysler/Fiat is aware of the problem and suggest to plug the vehicle in as normal and add a trickle charger under the hood to the 12 volt system!!! This problem occurs at least once/week and Fiat does not have a solution. Filed a complaint with customer care which agreed to do a software fix, but instead closed the order without contacting us and said they did not have a fix. …
Vehicle suddenly stopped, no more power, error message propulsion system service. Happened at a dangerous intersection, middle of turning left, which danger of other cars running into me. Could avoid an accident, pulled to side. Turned car off, 5 minutes later error was gone and car drove normally. Without error message. Exactly as described for previous recalls named p23. It appears that the problem has not been solved. Car is not safe to drive.
2015 Fiat 500E engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Single-speed | FWD | 122 / 108 / 116 MPGe | 87 mi |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2015 Fiat 500E a good car?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 500E rates average: 28% fewer complaints than a typical year of the 500E at the same age. It is one of the best 500E years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Fiat 500E?
The electrical system — 8 complaints, 73% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (4) and engine & cooling (2).
How many recalls does the 2015 Fiat 500E have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2015 Fiat 500E, the most recent from May 16, 2016 (traction battery). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Fiat 500E?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2024 and 2015. See the full Fiat 500E years comparison.
At what mileage do 2015 Fiat 500E problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 2,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.