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Service bulletins for the 2012 Fiat 500

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

132 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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91006242025-07-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders:
18048232023-05-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
S21090000042023-01-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
S22090000042022-12-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
90028872022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Valve bodies with a gray connector can only be used on 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.~ Solenoid packs with a white connector are used with 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Solenoid packs with a gray connector are used with 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.
S21090000042022-09-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
18-087-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ENGINE. Flash: 1.4L System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience one of the following conditions or a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. ? Crank but no start condition in extreme cold temperatures of -4°F (-20°C) partially due to conditions caused by available fuel blends.
18-027-15 REV-B2018-12-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Customers may experience one of the following: ? Intermittent fast crank condition ? Cranks as if no compression ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination ? Intermittent crank - no start condition The technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory: ? P1128-00 - Closed Loop Fueling Not Achieved - Bank 1 Upstream ? P1524-00 - Oil Pressure Out Of Range - Camshaft Advance/Retard Disabled (Sales code EAF only) ? P1607-00 - PCM Internal Shutdown Timer Rationality (Sales code EAB only) ? P2610-00 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance (Sales code EAB only) ? P1239-00 - Engine Oil Temperature Too Low (Sales code EAB only) ? P0298-00 - Engine Oil Temperature Too High (Sales code EAB only) ? P2299-00 - Brake Pedal Position/ Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible ? P0456-00 - Evap System Small Leak ? P0456-00 - Evap System Small Leak
18-027-15 REVA2018-12-10. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash:1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon inspection, the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory. ? P1524-00 Oil Pressure Out Of Range - Camshaft Advance/Retard Disabled (Sales code EAF only) ? P1607-00 - PCM Internal Shutdown Timer Rationality. (Sales code EAB only) ? P2610-00 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. (Sales code EAB only) ? P1239-00 - Engine Oil Temperature Too Low. (Sales code EAB only) ? P0298-00 - Engine Oil Temperature Too High. (Sales code EAB only) ? P2299-00 - Brake Pedal Position/ Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. ? P0456-00 - Evap System Small Leak ? P0456-00 - Evap System Small Leak In addition, the customer may also experience an intermittent crank, no start condition. The customer may indicate the engine sounds like it is freewheeling or has no compression. When this issue occurs, it is typically resolved with a simple ignition key cycle. This may happen in colder temperatures.
18-027-152018-12-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Flash:1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon inspection, the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory. ? P0452-00 - EVAP Pressure Switch Stuck Closed. (2012 vehicles with Sales code EAB) ? P1607-00 - PCM Internal Shutdown Timer Rationality. (Sales code EAB only) ? P2610-00 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. (Sales code EAB only) ? P1239-00 - Engine Oil Temperature Too Low. (Sales code EAB only) ? P0298-00 - Engine Oil Temperature Too High. (Sales code EAB only) ? P2299-00 - Brake Pedal Position/ Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. ? P0456-00 - Evap System Small Leak ? P0456-00 - Evap System Small Leak In addition, the customer may also experience an intermittent crank, no start condition. The customer may indicate the engine sounds like it is freewheeling or has no compression. When this issue occurs, it is typically resolved with a simple ignition key cycle. This may happen in colder temperatures.
18-053-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Flash: 1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: · P1128-00 - Closed Loop Fueling Not Achieved - Bank 1 Upstream. · P1524-00 - Oil Pressure Out Of Range - Camshaft Advance/Retard Disabled (Sales Code EAF only). · P1607-00 - PCM Internal Shutdown Timer Rationality (Sales Code EAB only). · P2610-00 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance (Sales Code EAB only). · P1239-00 - Engine Oil Temperature Too Low (Sales Code EAB only). · P0298-00 - Engine Oil Temperature Too High (Sales Code EAB only). · P2299-00 - Brake Pedal Position/Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. · P0456-00 - Evap System Small Leak. Some customers may also experience the following conditions: · Intermittent fast crank condition. · Cranks as if no compression. · Intermittent crank - no start condition. In addition, the following software enhancement is available: · ** Scan tool enhancements to communicate with wiTECH to read DTCs descriptions for 2013 MY vehicles equipped with manual transmissions (Sales Code DDF) and Euro 4 Emission W/OBD (Sales Code NB4).** · Improved reverse lamp activation time.
09-001-132018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE. Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs or removal of engine components.
90036942018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. 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 (734) 309-6467 joe.lovell@fcagroup.com before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump replacement and hold part for return to FCA via Fastrack system
18-007-14 REV. B2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Flash:1.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon inspection, the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory. ? P1607-00 - PCM Internal Shutdown Timer Rationality. (Sales code EAB only) ? P2610-00 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. (Sales code EAB only) ? P1239-00 - Engine Oil Temperature Too Low. (Sales code EAB only) ? P0298-00 - Engine Oil Temperature Too High. (Sales code EAB only) ? P2299-00 - Brake Pedal Position/ Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. ? P0456-00 - Evap System Small Leak ? P0456-00 - Evap System Small Leak In addition, the customer may also experience an intermittent crank, no start condition. The customer may indicate the engine sounds like it is freewheeling or has no compression. When this issue occurs, it is typically resolved with a simple ignition key cycle. This may happen in colder temperatures.
18-007-14 REV. A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Flash: Engine Crank, No Start and/or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Customers may complain of an intermittent crank, no start condition. The customer may also indicate the engine sounds like it is freewheeling or has no compression. When this issue occurs, it is typically resolved with a simple ignition key cycle. A small number of customers may also experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: P2299 - Brake Pedal Position/ Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. The revised software includes cold weather starting enhancements.
09-001-132018-06-04. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs or removal of engine components.
18-007-142018-05-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Flash: Engine Crank, No Start and/or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Customers may complain of an intermittent crank, no start condition. The customer may also indicate the engine sounds like it is freewheeling or has no compression. When this issue occurs, it is typically resolved with a simple ignition key cycle. A small number of customers may also experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: ? P2299 - Brake Pedal Position/ Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible
09-001-132018-02-21. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs or removal of engine components.
RL108213A$2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
SB-18-007-142014-05-09. Service bulletin. ENGINE. CHRYSLER: SOME VEHICLES ARE EXHIBITING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION, NO START, ENGINE CRANK AND THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) HAS SELECTIVELY ERASING AND REPROGRAMMING WITH NEW SOFTWARE. MODEL 2012 500/ABARTH. *PE
ER-N-092013-04-23. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). CHRYSLER: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. VEHICLES WERE BUILT, INADVERTENTLY, WITH INCORRECT EMISSIONS CALIBRATION SOFTWARE ON POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) AND EXHAUST EMISSIONS MAY EXCEED CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS AND/OR EPA STANDS. MODEL 2013 FIAT 500. *PE
CSN-M202012-12-12. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM. FIAT: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE ENGINE OVERHEAT DUE TO THE ENGINE COOLANT HOT BOTTLE LEAKS COOLANT AND MUST REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT HOT BOTTLE. MODEL 2012 500. *PE
ER-M-032012-08-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL. CHRYSLER (FIAT): SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DUE TO NON-COMPLIANCE OF REGULATIONS BY ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY AND CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCE BOARD, THE DIAGNOSTIC LINK CONNECTOR (DLC) COVER NEEDS TO BE REMOVED. *PE
SB-18-018-122012-07-12. Service bulletin. ENGINE. FIAT: DUE TO TEE BEING INSTALLED BACKWARDS, THE BOOST VACUUM PURGE HARNESS CAUSES A MIL ILLUMINATION WITH P1CEA AND IF NECESSARY BE REPLACED. *PE
23-013-122012-05-14. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. CHRYSLER: THERE IS WATER ON TOP OF THE ENGINE COVER. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES ENLARGING THE CENTER PUSH PIN HOLE IN THE COWL PANEL AND INSTALLING A GROMMET TO PREVENT WATER INTRUSION AROUND THE PUSH PIN RETAINING CLIP. *JS

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