2014 Fiat 500 L
Common problems & what to know before you buy
Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2014 Fiat 500 L.
Recalls on the 2014 Fiat 500 L
Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration maybe incorrect, limiting the engine to idle speed and torque even when…
Air bags: knee bolster
Irregularities in the folding process during assembly of the driver's knee airbag may result in its improper deployment.
Power train: automatic transmission
In certain temperatures, moving the transmission shift lever may have a delayed effect or no effect on selecting a transmission gear.
Source: NHTSA
What 183 owners reported
Source: NHTSA
2014 Fiat 500 L at a glance
- Engine
- 1.4L 4-Cylinder
- Transmission
- Automatic 6-spd, Manual 6-spd
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Body style
- Hatchback
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Frequently asked questions
What are the common problems with the 2014 Fiat 500 L?
Owners have filed 183 complaints about the 2014 Fiat 500 L with NHTSA, most often about the power train. There are 3 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.
Is the 2014 Fiat 500 L reliable?
Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 3 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.
Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2014 Fiat 500 L?
Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2014 Fiat 500 L listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.
Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.