2015 Fiat 500E Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Fiat 500E.

20142016
Complaints
18
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
—
Recalls
2

Worst 2015 Fiat 500E Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#18 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:7,452 mi
#24 complaints

Fuel System

#32 complaints

Engine Problems

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Fiat 500E.

Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
7,452
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2015 Fiat 500E. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2015 Fiat 500E

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~22,244 vehicles.

16V303000Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery
~16,584 affected

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.

15V179000Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
~5,660 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 EV vehicles manufactured March 27, 2012, to November 1, 2014. If the vehicle goes in to limp home mode, incompatible software between Electric Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU) and Battery Pack Control Module (BPCM) may cause the electric propulsion system to fully shut down.

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2015 Fiat 500E — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2015 Fiat 500E reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2015 Fiat 500E has 18 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 8 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Fiat 500E?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (8 complaints, avg 7,452 mi); Fuel System (4 complaints); Engine Problems (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Fiat 500E?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 7,452 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Fiat 500E?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Fiat 500E include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2015 Fiat 500E have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 22,244 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2015 Fiat 500E?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Fiat 500E reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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