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2012 FIAT 500 recalls

NHTSA's September 21, 2026 snapshot lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2012 FIAT 500, spanning 2 component groups. A model match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included.

Official source: NHTSA recall campaign file · Snapshot September 21, 2026

Distinct campaigns3not VIN-specific
Component groups2distinct top-level categories
Latest recordNovember 15, 2019report received
VIN resultNot checkeduse official lookup

01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS

2012 FIAT 500 recall campaigns

The 2012 FIAT 500 report contains 3 distinct NHTSA campaigns; the most recently received record is campaign 19V817000 dated November 15, 2019.
CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 19V817000

Component
POWER TRAIN
Report received
November 15, 2019
Potential units
51,788campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Fiat 500 vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the cable to detach from the transmission.

Why it matters: If the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the transmission may not shift into the gear selected by the driver. Additionally, despite selecting PARK with the shifter, the vehicle may roll away. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable adjuster, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB4.

Owner notification: January 9, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 16V302000

Component
POWER TRAIN
Report received
May 16, 2016
Potential units
39,185campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 21, 2010, through January 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears.

Why it matters: If the clutch diaphragm spring fails, the driver may not be able to shift gears or the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S34.

Owner notification: November 10, 2016 · Filing manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 11V550000

Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Report received
November 10, 2011
Potential units
340campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 dodge journey and fiat 500 vehicles manufactured from october 24, 2011, through october 26, 2011. some vehicles were assembled with contaminated brake fluid and may experience a degradation of the sealing components within the brake system.

Why it matters: This could lead to loss of braking ability increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners and replace all brake components that come in contact with hydraulic brake fluid. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on march 1, 2012. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Owner notification: March 1, 2012 · Filing manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

02 / COMPONENT BREADTH

What defects are listed for the 2012 FIAT 500?

The most frequent component groups in 2012 FIAT 500 campaign records are Power Train (2), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1); these counts describe filed campaigns rather than observed failure rates.
Power Train2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

03 / MODEL-YEAR CONTEXT

How the 2012 FIAT 500 compares across model years

RecallRoad publishes 5 model-year reports for the FIAT 500, spanning 2012–2016; each year keeps its NHTSA campaign count separate.
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