Model year guide

2016 Fiat 500e

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Fiat 500e is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2016 Fiat 500e — representative photo
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2016 Fiat 500e at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints4
Combined112 MPGe

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

2016 Fiat 500e recalls 1

Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery NHTSA Campaign #16V303000 · 16/05/2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Fiat 500e vehicles manufactured March 22, 2012, to January 29, 2016. The power inverter module (PIM) may experience voltage spikes which can cause the propulsion system to shut down and loss of motive power.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PIM software, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S26.

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.

2016 Fiat 500e common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2016 Fiat 500e efficiency & running costs

Combined112 MPGe
City121 MPGe
Highway103 MPGe
Est. annual energy cost$650
EPA size classMinicompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Electric range84 mi
Charge time (240V)4 hours
Passenger volume72 cu ft
Cargo volume7 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,750 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Fiat 500e costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Energy (5 yrs)$3,250
Energy only$3,250
Per mile$0.04

How this is estimated: energy 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.

2016 Fiat 500e trims & engines on record

Trims
Electric

2016 Fiat 500e vehicles on record

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2016 Fiat 500e — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Fiat 500e have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2016 Fiat 500e. 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 2016 Fiat 500e?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, exterior lighting, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Fiat 500e get?

The 2016 Fiat 500e has a U.S. EPA estimate of 112 MPGe combined (121 city / 103 highway).

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