2015 Fiat 500 L
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 5 of 23 complaints (22%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 183 in 2014 to 23 in 2015.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | vs. 2015 Small Station Wagons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,750–2,850 | 2,750–3,100 | 2,750–3,100 | 3,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 27–28 | 25–28 | 25–28 | 25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 24–25 / 32 | 22–25 / 30–32 | 22–25 / 30–32 | 22 / 30 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 318–331 | 316–354 | 316–354 | 356 | |
| Complaints filed | 183 | 23 | 2 | 1 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
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 2015 Fiat 500 L 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 2015 Fiat 500 L?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 5 of 23 NHTSA complaints (22%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Fiat 500 L get?
EPA rates it 25–28 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Fiat 500 L?
EPA estimates $2,750–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AM6) | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 24 mpg | 32 mpg (high) | 27 mpg | $2,850 | 330 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 25 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | $2,750 (low) | 316 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 22 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 354 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 4 | 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:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · Campaign 15V590000 · Sep 23, 2015
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Fiat 500L vehicles manufactured April 23, 2015, to May 10, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a passenger frontal air bag that was not folded properly during the assembly process. As a result, the air bag may not deploy as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the air bag does not inflate as designed, the front seat occupant is at an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact Fiat customer service at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is R54.
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER · Campaign 14V481000 · Aug 6, 2014
Defect: 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 vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: If the knee airbag air bag does not deploy properly during a crash, there is an increased risk of driver injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's knee air bag, free of charge. The recall began on September 26, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P42.