Known Faults Database

Fiat 500 Common Problems & Known Faults (UK)

If you are considering buying a used Fiat 500, there are several major reliability issues worth knowing about first. Our garage database tracks 2 known faults for this model. Every one below is a repair bill a seller has good reason not to mention.

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Fiat 500 3rd Gen (2010-present) problems

Engine/EmissionsMedium severity📝 Editorial

MultiAir (Uniair) electro-hydraulic valve actuator failure due to missed oil changes or incorrect oil

Rough guide

£600-1200

Typical symptoms

engine running on one cylinder
severe misfire
engine management light
rough idle

Affected vehicles

Engines:: 0.9 TwinAir
Typical mileage:: 40000-80000 miles

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Transmission/ClutchMedium severity📝 Editorial

Dualogic semi-automatic actuator failure (leaks/pressure loss) causing loss of gears

Rough guide

£800-1500

Typical symptoms

gearbox check light
refusal to engage reverse or 1st
car dropping into neutral while driving

Affected vehicles

Engines:: 1.2 Dualogic
Typical mileage:: 50000-90000 miles

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Repair costs are typical UK ranges, not quotes. Actual cost depends on condition and garage.Data last verified: June 2026