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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 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (22%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (11%)

< $100 (56%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2014 Fiat 500L

Engine not specified

60000 mi

US $1200
The steering column was replaced, if I kept driving the vehicle, the steering would have locked up. 

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2014 Fiat 500L 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 83hp 1.3L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

32000 mi knocking sound when front wheels turning 

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2014 Fiat 500L 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

135000 mi

US $70
Stabilizer end links worn/ noisey 

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2014 Fiat 500L 4dr Hatch

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

92000 mi

US $900
Replace both front wheel bearings 
24000 mi All three major elements of the steering were replaced as they attempted to fix multiple issues. 
19027 mi

C $219
There had been no factory adjustment for camber on front wheels. This repair corrected that with after-market parts. A new set of tires was also purchased because of uneven wear caused by the camber problem. 
32240 mi

C $1463
on hoist found left front coil spring broken and left front strut hat/mount making noise will need to replace front coil springs, strut mounts right side daytime running light out, will change when coil springs installed did try to price out front quick struts, but dealership didnt have them and the aftermarket auto parts provider had no options for strut/coil springs 
8000 mi Popping had been coming from underside of car, which could be felt in the floor board. Dealer knew exactly the problem. Re torqued the struts and connecting rods. Sound has not recurred. 

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2014 Fiat 500L 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD

4960 mi Rear passenger (right side) squealing notice coming from wheel area when driving occasionally. Happens between 50-100 km/h, comes and goes. Tires aren't getting hot, and winters put on at 8000 km so not needing a rotation. Solution a joke 

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Fiat 500L Suspension Problems

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