2017 Fiat 124 Spider
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 16 of 32 complaints (50%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Electrical include more fire reports (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | vs. 2017 Two Seaters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,600–2,650 | 2,600–2,650 | 2,600–2,650 | |
| Combined MPG | 29–30 | 29–30 | 29–30 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–26 / 35–36 | 25–26 / 35–36 | 25–26 / 35–36 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 298–302 | 298–302 | 298–302 | |
| Complaints filed | 32 | 16 | 9 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 2 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider?
Airbags & Restraints: 16 of 32 NHTSA complaints (50%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider get?
EPA rates it 29–30 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider?
EPA estimates $2,600–$2,650 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 1.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 25 mpg (low) | 36 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (low) | $2,650 (high) | 302 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 26 mpg (high) | 35 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (high) | $2,600 (low) | 298 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · Campaign 24V694000 · Sep 19, 2024
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the air bag control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is A3B.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) · Campaign 19V068000 · Feb 8, 2019
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Fiat Spider 124 vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and abruptly decelerate.
Consequence: If a downshift occurs, the vehicle will suddenly decrease speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. The recall began March 28, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V20.