Service bulletins for the 2013 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.
163 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| S20 | 2022-09-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software on about 81,000 of the above vehicles may have backup lamp illumination timing that does not meet customer expectations. |
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| 9003081 | 2022-08-29. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Dielectric Grease This product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time. |
| 18-053-16 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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. |
| Z5091195A | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features. A power cycle may be required for the hands-free module for proper diagnosis.~ Please reference; 8T - Navigation/Telecommunication Diagnosis and Testing (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HANDS FREE PHONE) |
| 08-101-14 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY; POWER TRAIN. Convergence Telematics Module (CTM) Software Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, replacement of the (CTM). The customer may notice that the displays on the TomTom screen may be missing some Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) features. Charging schedule screen, power flow screen and charging station icon may be missing. |
| 9003178 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. STEERING. Clockspring/ Steering Column Module. |
| 1808715 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. System Improvements. |
| 1805316 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Diagnostic And System Improvements. |
| 1802715RevC | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Diagnostic And System Improvements. |
| 9003081 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Dielectric Grease This product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time. |
| 22-004-16 | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. TIRES; WHEELS. Wheel Clicking Sound When Moving Slow This bulletin involves replacing the inserts attached to the wheel. The customer may describe a clicking sound from the wheels plastic trim inserts when moving slowly or when stopped. The issue is heard on sunny days when the sun heats up the wheels and plastic inserts. |
| 9003694 | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. 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 |
| 18-027-15 REV. B | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; SERVICE BRAKES. 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 |
| 08-015-13 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Loss Of Communications With Convergence Telematics Module (CTM) This Bulletin involves replacement of the Convergence Telematics Module (CTM). Customer may experience no response from voice recognition or Bluetooth features. On further inspection the technician may find U1733-87 Lost communication with the CTM.The condition is caused by the CTM not communicating. |
| 09-001-13 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. SEATS. 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. |
| 07-004-12 REV. A | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT. Attention! Release Of New Engine Coolant Organic Additive Technology (OAT) Chrysler Corporation LLC. has released a new engine coolant for the 2013 model year vehicles and beyond, for all engine applications except the ones listed in the note above. This new coolant is an Organic Additive Technology (OAT) (Fig. 1). OAT coolants have a service interval of 10 years or 150,000 miles. For heavy duty truck and extreme duty cycle applications refer to the Service Information or Owner's Manual for proper maintenance schedules. |
| 18-027-15 REV. B | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); 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 |
| 02-002-13 | 2022-07-18. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:FRONT; SUSPENSION:REAR. This bulletin involves replacing both left and right front jounce bumpers. The customer may experience a noise from the front of the vehicle while going over bumps which may be more noticeable in colder temperatures. |
| 1808715 | 2022-07-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. System Improvements. |
| 1805316 | 2022-07-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN. Diagnostic And System Improvements. |
| 1802715 Rev C | 2022-07-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Diagnostic And System Improvements. |
| 9004505 | 2022-05-31. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Lithium Ion Batteries Beginning April 1, 2022, a $5,000 penalty will be assessed to dealers who return any visually damaged battery to the supplier. Improper handling of damaged lithium ion batteries can cause property damage, serious injury or even death. Exemptions will not be made for any dealer who fails to follow the appropriate handling process. To read the DCMail communication, go to DealerCONNECT > DCMail (ID: 81758) For details on recyclers, please visit the Mopar Dealer Site Lithium Ion Battery Handling page: https://www.dealers-mopar.com/moparone/retail/programs/battery-program/lithium-ion.jsp |
| S20 | 2022-04-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software on about 81,000 of the above vehicles may have backup lamp illumination timing that does not meet customer expectations. |
| 08-177-21 | 2021-12-13. Service bulletin. HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. BEV/Hybrid - Showroom and Display Vehicle Battery Maintenance This information only bulletin discusses procedures that must be followed for BEV/Hybrid vehicles that are on display at dealership showrooms. |
| 23-023-13 | 2021-03-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Front And/Or Rear Emblems Bubbling And/Or Fading This bulletin involves replacing the rear FIAT emblem and inspecting and if necessary replacing the front FIAT emblem. Front And/Or Rear Emblems Bubbling And/Or Fading |
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