2018 FIAT 500 Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 Fiat 500. This model year has 5 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Visibility.
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Worst 2018 Fiat 500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Visibility
Uncategorized Issues
Wheel Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Fiat 500. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2018 Fiat 500. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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I was notified of the recall for my car and took it to the dealer. The dealer told me there is no fix for this recall and that they could not do anything about it sending me away.
The contact owns a 2018 Fiat 500. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and was informed that the lug nuts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact took the vehicle to a tire shop and was informed that the lug nuts needed to be shattered to be r…
CAR HAS 12XXX MILES ON IT - 80% OF WHICH BEING FREEWAY MILES. BROUGHT INTO THE DEALER TODAY FOR A COMPLAINT OF THE CAR DIVING TO THE RIGHT WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED AGGRESSIVELY AT THOSE SPEEDS. DISCS, PADS, AND CALIPERS ALL FOUND TO BE IN PERFECT CONDITION. INTERNET FORUMS …
BOUT THE CAR AND WAS CLEANING THE SEATS (I'M A SMOKER SO WIPING THE ASHES OFF) AND NOTICED A DEPRESSION/INDENTATION IN THE DRIVER SEAT AND PASSENGER SEAT AS WELL AS A PLASTIC CORD INDER THE SEAT COVER ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. HAD THE DEALERSHIP LOOK AT IT AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD F…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2018 Fiat 500.
Recalls for 2018 Fiat 500
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2018 Fiat 500. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2018 Fiat 500 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2018 Fiat 500 reliable?▾
Good Record. The 2018 Fiat 500 has 5 NHTSA owner complaints, 0 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Visibility (1 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Fiat 500?▾
#1: Visibility (1 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (1 complaints). #3: Wheel Issues (1 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Fiat 500?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2018 Fiat 500?▾
The 2018 Fiat 500 has 0 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 5 total NHTSA complaints. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2018 Fiat 500 have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2018 Fiat 500. The largest issue: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2018 Fiat 500?▾
The 2018 Fiat 500 has a relatively low complaint rate. Pay particular attention to Visibility issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Fiat 500 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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