Model year
2014 Fiat 500 L
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 183 complaints for the 2014 Fiat 500 L (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are POWER TRAIN (123), ENGINE (30), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (24). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 27–28 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,950–$3,050, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
Recalls
17V192000 · Mar 21, 2017
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
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.
14V481000 · Aug 6, 2014
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
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. As such, these…
14V103000 · Mar 4, 2014
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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.
Complaints
183 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 5, fire flag on 5, injury field 3, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Fiat 500L 5 HB 2WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 L · 1.4L · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 | 32 | 27 | — | — | $3,050 |
| 500 L · 1.4L · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 25 | 32 | 28 | — | — | $2,950 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2014 Fiat 500 L at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.