2019 Fiat 124 Spider: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 9 owner complaints on record; most reports concern seat belts.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Sep 2024
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The seat belts do not retract properly, causing a loose seat belt. The vehicle has 10,000 miles on it. This is a common problem with all 2017 to 2020 Fiat Spiders. Replacement seat belt retractors have the same problem.”Owner report · Seat Belts · Mar 2024
“The driver side seat belt has stopped retracting, stopped working. After researching different Fiat 124 Spider forums, It seems to be a very common issue on this car. I have an appointment with my service center next week. But it's scary to not have a seat belt that works.”Owner report · Seat Belts · Jan 2024
“I have received multiple letters in regards to a recall on the Fuel Delivery Module. Recall #Y92. There are no longer Fiat dealerships in my area. The closest Chrysler dealership willing to look at the car is 30 miles away and will not pre order the part or let me make a appointment. This would mean days off work, renting a vehicle, and wasted time. Their other option was for me to go to a private mechanic but I have contacted several and they all state they can not get the parts for the repair/replacement. I'm at my wits end trying to get this taken care of and I don't know what to do next.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Aug 2022
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“The contact owns a 2019 Fiat 124 Spider. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V879000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Nov 2021
“The matte black/heritage strip is absorbing water a d causing discoloration. I tried washing it off thinking it is a water spot but have been informed the protective coating over the matte black is the issue and it was a common problem in europe.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Mar 2021
“The dash board is reflected in the wind shield to the extent at certain sun angles vision is seriously compromised. There are silver plates on the dash that reflects more than others but the whole dash is a serious problem. I immediatly contacted the manufacturer but got no reply. This happens when the vehicle is stationary, moving on a city street or a highway, turning etc. I don't think a picture with my cell phone would help. Someone would have to sit in the driver's seat and experience this safety issue. It is not as bad at night. A sunny day is the worst.”Owner report · Visibility/Wiper · Nov 2019
Recalls - 3 campaigns
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Dealers will update the air bag control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is A3B.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles. The impeller inside the fuel pump may be deformed, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety recall were mailed on January 6, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y92.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Fiat Spider 124 vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and abruptly decelerate.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. The recall began March 28, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V20.
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Is the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider reliable?
NHTSA has 9 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider. The most complained-about area is seat belts.
Does the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning air bags: air bag/restraint control module:software. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.