Fiat 500L Recalls

The Fiat 500L has been recalled 4 times across the 2014–2015 model years. The most recent recall, from March 21, 2017, covers the control module (tcm/pcm/tecm). Recall repairs are free at any authorized Fiat dealer.

4recalls
0do not drive / park outside
2model years affected

What gets recalled

  • Air bags
    250%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    250%

2015 Fiat 500L recalls (2)

Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module

NHTSA recall 15V-590 · Sep 23, 2015 · 15 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Air bags › Knee bolster

NHTSA recall 14V-481 · Aug 6, 2014 · 25,479 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

2014 Fiat 500L recalls (3)

Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)

NHTSA recall 17V-192 · Mar 21, 2017 · 25,583 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Air bags › Knee bolster

NHTSA recall 14V-481 · Aug 6, 2014 · 25,479 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Power train › Automatic transmission

NHTSA recall 14V-103 · Mar 4, 2014 · 18,100 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Fiat 500L have?

NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the Fiat 500L across 2 model years.

How do I know if my Fiat 500L has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.

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.