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Service bulletins for the 2016 Fiat 500X

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.

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

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08-034-162022-10-24. Service bulletin. LANE DEPARTURE; AIR BAGS; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE. RL4 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: · ParkSense audio delay. · Forward Collision Warning (FCW) turns off spontaneously after key on and FCW warning light is on.
08-033-162022-10-24. Service bulletin. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE; LANE DEPARTURE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. RA4 RG4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radios software. Customers may experience one or more of the following: · Poor quality of German translations. · Acoustic warning missing when approaching a speed camera. (EMEA market only) · 3D view malfunctions. · Road signs not correctly viewed during navigation. · After ignition has been turned on the language switches automatically to Italian from previously selected language. · Forward Collision Warning with mitigation (FCW+) turns off spontaneously
051520292022-10-17. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY/WIPER. 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 the this inspection. Inspect the sensor for a fluid coating on the sensor pins. Orange colored rain repellant can cause this fluid build-up. Clean the pins, drain the reservoir, and fill with Mopar approved washer fluid. Check to determine if the issue has been resolved. Continue with repair if necessary. Also, please inform the customer not to use Rain-X in the system to avoid this issue. Please contact Chuck Hood at cell (248) 613-7591 if you have questions or need additional information. Thank you.
05001162022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; PARKING BRAKE. Flash: ABS Module Electronic Parking Brake Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module with the latest available software. The customer may describe: The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) does not disengage when accelerating while the "Auto Apply" feature is selected. The EPB does not engage with the ?Auto Apply? feature selected. The key may get stuck in the ignition key cylinder.The parking brake will apply when the switch is manually activated.
21032162022-10-17. Service bulletin. 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 the vehicle doesn?t pass back into drive mode when choosing to change gears using the paddle shifters. Even when holding the (+) paddle, while the gear lever is still in Drive, the vehicle remains locked in that mode.The following improvements are included in this update: Paddle shifter enhancements are included in this software update.
21031162022-10-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic And Shift 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 the following DTCs set in the TCM memory: P061B - Internal Control Module Torque Calculation Performance. P072F - Stuck In Gear 4. P0711 - Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range-Performance (2015 BU only). P0887 - TCM Power Control Circuit High (2015 BU only). P1CC9 - Unable to Engage Gear (2015 BU only). P1D98 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch B or D Defective (2015 BU only). U0401 - Implausible Data Received From ECM-PCM (2015 BU only).In addition, customers may experience the following conditions: CAN Bus message may drop out after a network restart. Harsh 1-2 Upshift. Harsh Garage Shifts (Park to Reverse or Drive).
24012162022-10-17. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM. Water Leak On Right Front Floorboard This bulletin involves securing the condensation drain tube to the HVAC housing. Customers may experience a water leak on the right front floorboard inside the vehicle while using the climate controls or Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC).
10003162022-10-17. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS. Rear Outboard Seat Belt Is Slow To Retract This bulletin involves installing a washer between the seat belt retractor mounting bolt and the retractor on both the rear outboard side retractors. The customer may describe that either one or both of the rear outboard seat belts may retract slowly.
S20080000932022-10-17. Service bulletin. LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION. Blind Spot Or Park Assist Warnings, False Activation
18042212022-10-17. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates 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 one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: P1D7F-00 - ETC Self-Learning Failure. P1523-00 - VVA Low Oil Pressure. P1524-00 - Oil Pressure Out Of Range - Camshaft Advance/Retard Disabled. P0141 - O2 Sensor 1/2 Heater Performance. Some customers may experience one or more of the following conditions: After a short trip and shutting the engine off for 5-10 minutes, vehicle exhibits a long crank/start condition(2016 BU EMEA only). Cruise control will not set at 32 kph (20 mph). Engine cranking times out after five seconds. Cruise control will not engage at highway speeds and when in 6th gear. A ticking noise coming from the top of the engine area. The ticking noise is heard particularly at idle (EMEA and APAC only). The following enhancements are also included: Improved purge sensor performance. Updated fuel strategy to inhibit spark plug fouling.
18042212022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates 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 one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: P1D7F-00 - ETC Self-Learning Failure. P1523-00 - VVA Low Oil Pressure. P1524-00 - Oil Pressure Out Of Range - Camshaft Advance/Retard Disabled. P0141 - O2 Sensor 1/2 Heater Performance. Some customers may experience one or more of the following conditions: After a short trip and shutting the engine off for 5-10 minutes, vehicle exhibits a long crank/start condition(2016 BU EMEA only). Cruise control will not set at 32 kph (20 mph). Engine cranking times out after five seconds. Cruise control will not engage at highway speeds and when in 6th gear. A ticking noise coming from the top of the engine area. The ticking noise is heard particularly at idle (EMEA and APAC only). The following enhancements are also included: Improved purge sensor performance. Updated fuel strategy to inhibit spark plug fouling.
09006202022-09-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. 2.4L Engine Oil Consumption Test This bulletin involves performing an oil consumption verification test. The customer may comment that the vehicles engine oil level is low or they need to add oil between oil change intervals and no visible signs of oil leaking from the engine.
S15080003742022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER. Keys/Fobiks, Programming Keys With High Line BCM (L3 BCM)
S21080001632022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
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.
06106092A2022-09-26. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN; STRUCTURE. Seat Relay For a Jeep Renegade or Fiat 500X ONLY, if the driver's power seat will not move in any axis and the key is in the on position with the door open: 1. Please take a Vehicle Scan Report, taking note of any active or stored DTC's, especially in the Body Control Module (BCM). 2. Before replacing the relay, call Rick Gordon at cell (248) 630-6281. If no answer leave a message and if after 15 minutes, there is no return call, proceed with the repair. 3. In the event there is no call-back, please email the Vehicle Scan Report to rick.gordon@fcagroup.com
S1809000007RevC2022-09-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption
90043862022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. WIRING, Body Before replacing this harness, please contact FCA Redacted Content to see if a repair kit is available for your application. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. Please email pictures of harness defects to FCA Redacted Content
S16080002262022-09-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Midtronics Charger Update Process
S160800022612022-09-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Medtronic Update Process
S18210000012022-09-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders
90040092022-09-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires Service Kit PN 68461214AA; includes Transmission Isolator PN 68264483AA, and Adaptation Bracket 68264479AA and Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA Vehicles built after on or after 10/23/2015 will require only the Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA. 2. All 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the vehicle you are repairing has a crack in the flex plate or failed pump bushing inspect and confirm that both (2) dowel pins are present in the engine block, which align the transmission center line to the crank shaft centerline and visually inspect the dowel alignment holes in the transmission case. If the holes are damaged or elongated the transmission should be replaced to prevent further damage to the transmission/flexplate or pump bushing due to the inability to properly align the engine to the transmission during the repair. 3. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If pump bushing is scored or damaged and the dowel pin alignment holes are ok, replace the pump assembly as opposed to complete transmission. 4. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If vehicle is jerking/slipping with MIL code(s) P0740 or P2764, check TCC Solenoid operation. If TCC Solenoid is ok, the codes are indicative of a torque converter failure. Replace the torque converter.
08027212022-09-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the DTCM with the latest available software. 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):C2502-64 - Signal Plausibility Failure. C2210-92 - ETM Hall Sensor Performance Or Incorrect Operation. C2220-54 - ETM Calibration Error Missing Calibration. C2020-01 - ECU Internal Fault - General Electrical Failure. This software update also includes the following enhancementsReduce Rear Drive Module (RDM) noise during disconnect phase at speeds above 45 kph (28 mph)North America Only.
09002212022-09-26. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. 2.0L or 2.4L Engine Replacement This bulletin involves replacing the long block due to a crankshaft imbalance condition. These vehicles may exhibit a vibration in the engine.
W80A2022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Customer Satisfaction Notification W80 Oil Consumption Inspection (Revision 2)

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