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Service bulletins for the 2016 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.

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

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21-024-15 REV-B2018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? P0711 - Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range-Performance. ? P1CC9 - Unable to Engage Gear. ? P1D98 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch B or D Defective. ? P1DAD - Input Shaft-Output Shaft Direction Correlation. ? U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received. In addition, the customer may also experience one or more of the following transmission related conditions: ? Garage Shifts (Shifting from Park or Neutral into Drive or Reverse.) ? Harsh 1-2 upshifts. ? Less than desired accelerator pedal response in Sport and TractionPlus modes. ? RPM flare at engine start. ? Less than desired idle performance when shifting into DRIVE or REVERSE following a cold start.
18-030-15 REV-B2018-11-19. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). ? U0402 - Implausible Data Received From TCM. ? P0133 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. ? P0171 - Fuel System 1/1 Lean. ? P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. In addition, customers may experience one or more of the following concerns: ? Clatter or ticking noise from the engine at idle. ? RPM flare at cold start. ? Less than desired idle performance. ? Cold engine RPM surge with gear engagement.
08-086-15 REV-A2018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. RA2 Radio Software Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the radio software. The customer may notice a false message displayed in the Cluster; Parking Sensors Unavailable and/or Sound System Unavailable.
08-086-152018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. RA2 Radio Software Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the radio software. The customer may notice a false message may be displayed on the radio; Audio & Parking Sensors Not Available.
08-085-152018-11-19. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Flash: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Enhancement This bulletin involves reprogramming the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) with the latest available software. The customers may notice that the IPC brightness level may not adjust correctly to correspond with the outside light levels. Also an enhancement was made to properly calculate and display when the next service maintenance is needed.
08-059-15 REV-B2018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves upgrading the software on the RA4 Radio. The customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Travel Link soft key missing (U.S. only). ? Weather map now available for SXM (U.S. only). ? Cannot select different map displays. ? Point Of Interest (POI) cannot be added as waypoints. ? Conference calls may not display all active callers. ? Improve iPod response time, to start playing audio. ? Browsing knob inoperative after exiting Short Message Service (SMS). ? ?Where Am I? feature inoperative while driving. ? When using iPod touch, the incorrect song name may be displayed. ? May not display Auto Park Brake menu, if equipped. ? Cannot create a new SMS, using phone numbers. ? Display the correct message, when in service mode. ? Poor or no audio from the radio, also radio controls may not respond. On further inspection the technician my find DTC B223B-00 Vehicle Configuration Mismatch. ? False error message while in service brake mode. ? Personal setting lost after key cycle, dynamic guidelines and Show Time bar. IMPROVEMENTS ? Display Travel Link soft key on more of the display screens (U.S. only). ? Display the correct media screen when using iPod touch. ? Improve screen layouts during media playback. ? Improved SMS screen displays. ? Correctly display speed lockout messages. ? Color improvements on navigation map. ? Improved chime warning volumes. ? Browsing improvements for Bluetooth audio. ? Improved conference call handling. ? Improved Voice Recognition (VR) commands for AM radio request.
08-057-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and, if required, updating the radio software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: · Navigation failed message is displayed. · Clock not automatically updating to local time. · Poor or no connection to cellular network. · HVAC temperature out of sync with radio display (KL vehicles). · Display goes blank/black. · Radio locks up. · Some Uconnect App remote commands do not execute with the vehicle.
Z5091195A$2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; 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)
T112018-06-11. Service bulletin. CHILD SEAT. Customer Satisfaction Notification T11 Child Seat Addendum Card The Owner's manual in the DVD Format, has incorrect child seat installation information for the rear seat center positions as referenced in the "Frequent Asked Questions" table on page 263, on about 26,000 of the above vehicles. Customers may be misinformed of the rear seat child seat installation feature. An addendum card must be inserted into the vehicles glove box on all involved vehicles indicating the correct information.
90036962018-06-11. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Door Hinge Assembly Side door hinge noisy. Only replace the door hinge with the integral check device. Do not replace the simple hinge if it is not damaged it is not the source of the noise. Replacing it unnecessary and is an over-repair.
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
90036812018-06-11. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS. Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
90036872018-06-11. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS. Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
08-048-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. FLASH: Electric Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU) System Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the software in the EVCU. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) set in the EVCU memory: · P1A21-00 - HV Battery Contactor Control Sequence Incorrect. In addition the customer may notice one of the following conditions: · When an Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) is plugged in approximately 17 seconds after key off, the vehicle will not charge and will not power down. This could lead to potential 12V battery drain after prolonged period of time. · When the battery temperature is below -30°C (-22°F) and above 50°C (122°F), the thermal system does not function. · When a Level 1 EVSE is plugged in, the displayed charge time estimation for Level 2 is over estimated. The following improvements/enhancements are also included in this software release: · Improved shift strategy involving shift lever position.
68277402A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL. Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor 1) If you are replacing this part due to the cluster displaying Clean Radar Sensor in Front of Vehicle or DTC C1266 ACC Sensor Blinded, please verify that there is no blockage in front of the sensor. Blockage can occur from mud, ice, snow, front end damage, bracket damage, the sensor not attached to the bracket properly or an aftermarket fascia installed. This fault can occur intermittently in muddy or icy/snowy conditions and is considered normal operation. Under some circumstances, a misaligned sensor can also cause the C1266 DTC, please complete an alignment procedure. No replacement is required.~ 2) If you are replacing this part due to the cluster displaying ?ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Required?, please check the DTC fault codes. This will indicate which module needs to be serviced (TCM, PCM, ESP/ABS, etc). This fault is not due to the ACC Sensor. No sensor replacement is required.~ 3) If you have fault code DTC C125E ACC Sensor Adjustment Required, please verify that the radar sensor is fully seated in the clips and there is no damage (if clips are damaged on a 2013 or earlier vehicle, order P/N 68085813A$, otherwise please replace the module), please verify there is no blockage to the sensor due to mud, ice, snow, front end damage, bracket damage or the sensor not attached to the bracket properly. Perform the Vertical Alignment and the Electronic Horizontal Alignments procedure as stated in the service manual. Please note, if the horizontal alignment procedure will not complete, check the vertical alignment and confirm that the sensor is seated properly. Rerun the horizontal alignment procedure. No sensor replacement is required. **Hints for running Horizontal Alignment procedure: A) Verify speed is between 45 and 75 mph, B) verify the road is relatively straight with signs, poles, guard rails, etc C) Do not tail a vehicle too closely this inhibits the learning procedure
RL305553A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. 9-spd Transmission: FOR NAFTA Market Only: If you are ordering this transmission please follow all wiTECH pop ups and Warranty Payment Guidelines. If this vehicle contains 1 of the 30 Diagnostic Codes in the 9 Speed Tutorial located on the Service Home Page then please follow the repair steps and submit a Topology report as well as a Vehicle Scan Report with the Warranty Claim.~
17-001-142018-06-11. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. Rear Axle Alignment Shims This bulletin is to inform service personnel of the availability of rear axle alignment shims.
08-050-172018-06-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Incorrect Value for Distance To Service This bulletin involves the replacement of the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). The customer may notice when looking at the Kilometers ?(km) to service? that the value is set to 30,000 km. In LATAM it should be set at 15,000 km.
90037372018-06-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet fortechnician use.
90033572018-06-04. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Pentastar Oil Filter Adapter All vehicles equipped with a 3.2L or 3.6L engine; If replacing the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA) due to a leak detected between OFA and block, an O-ring kit (68191356AA) is now available to repair OFA/Block Interface leaks. Using dye will assist in determining source of leak. Ensure OFA Cap Oring is seated in the proper groove in the cap and not damaged or cut. Engineering is seeking information regarding OFA leaks. Questions/info can be directed to: Bob Jackson Cell (248) 944-0466 - bob.jackson@fcagroup.com Ron Dallison Cell (248-292-9510) ron.dallison@fcagroup.com Joe Lovell Cell (734) 309-6467 - joe.lovell@fcagroup.com If a response is not received within 15 mins, then proceed with the necessary repair.
90034132018-06-04. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL. Accelerator Pedal Before replacing accelerator pedal, be sure to follow fault code diagnostic procedures in service manual. Make sure to check wiring and connectors. P2122 and P2127 will set if accelerator pedal connector is disconnected during diagnosis. Make sure codes are active before replacing pedal. DTC P2299 is usually caused by a two footed driver and accelerator pedal should not be replaced for this fault.
90031092018-06-04. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER. Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform this inspection: Check if float sensor is rotated off location from the bottle anti-rotation features that surround the SENSOR. Check to determine if the issue has been resolved. Continue with repair if necessary. Please contact Chris Koch at cell (248) 248-622-6417 if you have questions or need additional information.
22-004-16 REV. A2018-05-14. Service bulletin. 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 wheel?s 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.
90025192018-02-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
08-009-162017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. A customer may experience one or more of the following: · Radio display screen intermittently may go blank. · Radio display screen may lock up. · Back up display may not turn off. · Loss of radio memory for skipped channels or incorrectly displaying skipped channels in the menu list. · Korean language was not supported (APAC - Korea only). Additional Enhancements: · Removed the charging schedule from showing in the setting menu (FF BEV only). · Adding Korean language support (APAC - Korea only).

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.