2012 Fiat 500
NHTSA has received 539 complaints about the 2012 Fiat 500, and 38% of them involve drivetrain & axles. After that come electrical system (12%) and engine (10%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 539 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Drivetrain & axles 38% of complaints
- Recalls
- 3
- Fuel economy
- 29 to 32 MPG combined
- Safety rating
- 3 of 5 stars NHTSA overall
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
NHTSA has received 539 complaints about the 2012 Fiat 500, and 38% of them involve drivetrain & axles. After that come electrical system (12%) and engine (10%).
Recalls
The 2012 Fiat 500 is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2012 Fiat 500. Combined fuel economy ranges from 29 to 32 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 30 city / 37 highway.
Safety rating
In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2012 Fiat 500 earned an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars.