Fiat 500E Problems by Year
NHTSA has 52 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Fiat 500E, across 7 model years (2013–2025). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (16). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Fiat 500E years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 500E year: 2013, 2014. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 500E: 16 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2013 500E: 16 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2015 500E: 11 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Fiat 500E problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 31 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 4 | 1 |
| Power Train | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Fiat 500E model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 500E | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2024 500E | 5 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2017 500E | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2016 500E | 4 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2015 500E | 11 | 2 | — | Electrical System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2014 500E | 16 | 3 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2013 500E | 16 | 4 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Fiat 500E years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2013 (16), 2014 (16) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 500E year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Fiat 500E?
Electrical System, with 31 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Fiat 500E have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.