Model year guide

2017 Fiat 124 Spider

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.

2017 Fiat 124 Spider — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Fiat 124 Spider at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints32
Combined29–30 mpg
Typical price$16,185

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Fiat 124 Spider recalls 1

Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module:software NHTSA Campaign #24V694000 · 18/09/2024

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."

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Fiat 124 Spider common problems

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Back Over Prevention
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2017 Fiat 124 Spider MPG & running costs

Combined29–30 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway36 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,800

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider worth?

Low
$500
Typical price
$16,185
High
$21,750

From 9 comparable 2017 Fiat 124 Spider listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,000
Fuel only$14,000
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Fiat 124 Spider trims & engines on record

Trims
Lusso · Prima Edizione Lusso
Engines
1.4L

2017 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles on record

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2017 Fiat 124 Spider — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider?

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, engine, back over prevention.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider get?

The 2017 Fiat 124 Spider has U.S. EPA estimates of 29–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider worth?

Comparable 2017 Fiat 124 Spider listings run roughly $500–$21,750, typically around $16,185 (from 9 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.