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Fiat 500L repairs by problem area

Engine (14%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (45%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (5%)

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Fiat 500L body repair cost distribution

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$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2014 Fiat 500L 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

5000 mi sunroof control trim piece was coming loose on one side 
22000 mi Replaced left rear outer window trim. 

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2014 Fiat 500L 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

8000 mi When opening or closing tailgate, there was a loud rattle coming from inside the door. When the dealer opened it up. Found 4 broken clips that hold the tailgate together. Replaced the clips 
3300 mi sun visor malfunctioned - would not stay in "up" position. 
16000 mi cup holder in rear armrest malfunctioning 
32000 mi Chrome plating on door handle was separating. Door handle replaced under warranty. 
10000 mi very loud squeaks when driving over even minor bumps in the road 
12200 mi Trunk trim is loose and squeaks a LOT when going of marginally bumpy roads 
19000 mi Window seal failed day after getting car back from previous repair trip, standing water puddle in rear passenger footwell. 
43700 mi Driver's side sun visor snapped off. New sun visor ordered and replaced 
6900 mi Latch between the driver side front panels were not latching. Therefore, one of the panels looked shifted and bulging out. Latch had to be replaced . Tint done by dealership turned bubbly on 2 back side windows (not the rear passenger windows but the 2 after then. 
3000 mi visor replace 

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2014 Fiat 500L 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD

4960 mi Front passenger seat rattles and shakes while driving with no passenger in the seat. Seatbelt was tightened and so was front seat tracks and seat were adjusted and cantered. Still shakes, just not as bad 

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2014 Fiat 500L 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

37000 mi Dashboard light/electrical outlet did not work and dislodged easily with gentle touch. Vehicle was also recalled for knee (driver's side) airbag replacement and electronic starter updates. 

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Fiat 500L Body Problems

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