Model year guide

2018 Fiat 124 Spider

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Fiat 124 Spider is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2018 Fiat 124 Spider — representative photo
Representative photo

2018 Fiat 124 Spider at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints16
Combined29–30 mpg

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

2018 Fiat 124 Spider recalls 2

Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module:software NHTSA Campaign #24V694000 · manufacturer #A3B · 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.

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm) NHTSA Campaign #19V068000 · manufacturer #V20 · 05/02/2019

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Fiat Spider 124 vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and abruptly decelerate.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. The recall began March 28, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V20.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. 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.

2018 Fiat 124 Spider common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — 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.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
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.

2018 Fiat 124 Spider MPG & running costs

Combined29–30 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway36 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,800
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd or Manual 6-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,000 more

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.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 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.

2018 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles on record

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Other Fiat 124 Spider model years

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2018 Fiat 124 Spider — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Fiat 124 Spider have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2018 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 done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Fiat 124 Spider?

Across all 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, seat belts, fuel system.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Fiat 124 Spider get?

The 2018 Fiat 124 Spider has U.S. EPA estimates of 29–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

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