Model year guide

2011 Fiat 500

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Fiat 500 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 147 on record.

2011 Fiat 500 — representative photo
Representative photo

2011 Fiat 500 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints1

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

2011 Fiat 500 recalls 1

Power Train:manual Transmission:floor Shift Assembly NHTSA Campaign #19E044000 · 03/07/2019

DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The Shifter Shaft may have been improperly manufactured with a through hole for the set screw rather than a blind hole, which may lead to the breakage of the Shifter Shaft.

Fix: DLT has notified owners, and will provide a complete replacement shifter assembly with an updated shaft, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2019. Owners may contact DLT customer service at 1-503-505-6886.

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.

2011 Fiat 500 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Dimensions & weight

Length
139.8 in
Width
64.2 in
Height
59.8 in
Wheelbase
90.6 in
Curb weight
2,355 lb
Front track
55.9 in
Rear track
55.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2011 Fiat 500. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 17

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 17.

Air Suspension Components Star Parts Catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root cause without over repairing the system. Replace only the part deemed failed by t…

Bulletin 9004022 · Suspension · Dec 2019

Authentic Mopar® Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar® Glass.

Bulletin 3100419 · Visibility · Nov 2019

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Bulletin 3100519 · Structure · Nov 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Bulletin 3100619 · Structure, Equipment · Nov 2019

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Bulletin 3100319 · Structure · Nov 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Bulletin 31-006-19 · Structure · Nov 2019

Failure Code Change This bulletin involves notifying the dealers and technicians of a change to the Required Flash (RF) and Customer Concern (CC) failure codes.

Bulletin 04-001-17 · Electrical System · Mar 2017

Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 bob.jackson@fcagroup.com, or Joe Lovell (…

Bulletin 9003694 · Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 2017

RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and a…

Bulletin Z5091195A · Equipment, Electrical System · May 2016

Hands Free Module Prompts Begin Erroneously This bulletin involves diagnosing and based on outcome, either performing a USB flash or replacing the Mopar accessory Hands Free Module (HFM). A customer may experience the Uconnect prompts begin to play without pre…

Bulletin 08-031-16 · Equipment · Mar 2016

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 500. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is an economy / city car that was manufactured and marketed by Fiat Automobiles from 1957 until 1975. It was sold as a two-door semi-convertible or saloon car and as a three-door panel van or estate car.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2011 Fiat 500 trims & engines on record

Engines
1.4L · 74 kW

2011 Fiat 500 vehicles on record

Other Fiat 500 model years

2011 Fiat 500 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Fiat 500 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2011 Fiat 500. 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 2011 Fiat 500?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes.

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