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2012 Fiat 500 repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (23%)

Other (6%)

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2012 Fiat 500 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (67%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Fiat 500 2dr Hatch

101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

70000 mi

US $140
Replaced front rotors and pads. 
55180 mi

C $1500
replace brake pads, rotors  
13000 mi

US $400
Rear warped brake rotor replaced, required replacing the pair of rotors and brake shoes. Dealership also advised replacing front rotors and draining brake fluid -- politely declined. 
69000 mi

US $350
Repair squirrel damage. Squirrel ate through abs sensor wire. 

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2012 Fiat 500 2dr Convertible

101-horsepower 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

39000 mi

US $250
Front brake pads. 
19000 mi Went to another dealer that provided much better service. They replaced the pads, rotors, and calipers to eliminate the brake noise. 

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2012 Fiat 500 Brake Problems

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