AI Damage2019 Fiat 124 Spider: common problems
Owners of the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, most often about seat belts and fuel/propulsion system. The maker issued 47 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 9
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 47
What fails most often
- 1 Seat belts 33% of all complaints
- 2 Fuel/propulsion system 22% of all complaints
- 3 Visibility 11% of all complaints
- 4 Fuel system 11% of all complaints
- 5 Engine 11% of all complaints
- Seat belts: 3 complaints (33% of all).
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 complaints (22% of all).
- Visibility: 1 complaints (11% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 2.
- Fuel system: 1 complaints (11% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
- Engine: 1 complaints (11% of all).
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 1.4 L · petrol · turbo · 4 cyl
- automatic, 6-speed
- manual, 6-speed
Drive: RWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 9 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat belts | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel system | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 1 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
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.
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.
Component: Fuel pump failure defect. Risk: accident with injury/death due to lack of mobility. Manufacturer Confirmed: YES, via Recall notice Y92/NHTSA 21V-879. Component Inspected: NO!. That's what I want! Warning lamps / Symbols: Uknown at this time.
I have received multiple letters in regards to a recall on the Fuel Delivery Module. Recall #Y92. There are no [dealer] 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.
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 2019 has a factory installed catch can (mopar part number 68320849aa) yet still shows signs of excessive blowby and oil consumption (google the complaints). The dealer (dayton andrews in clearwater fl) is telling me this is normal.
The seat belt retractors are failing at an alarming rate according to fiat forums (and my personal experience). Mine failed 4 months after purchase. I took the car to the dealer on october 15th and they said it would be a couple weeks to get the part.
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.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 1,524 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (among the 27% least complained about).
On average one model year of the 124 Spider has 17 complaints (4 years in the data). This year has 9, below average.
What to check before buying
- Seat belts. Belt pretensioners after airbag deployment, SRS codes.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Visibility. Wipers, mirrors, defrosters, cracked glass.
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges…
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
- Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges…
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates
- "Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood,…
"Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: Verify current…
- Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC)…
Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning…
- Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair…
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service…
- Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges…
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: **Verify current…
- LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is…
LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
- FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC
- Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev
- Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review…
Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used
- Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant
- Mirror
NHTSA lists 47 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: seat belts, fuel/propulsion system, visibility. Total complaints: 9. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: seat belts (33%), fuel system, fuel smell (11%), oil leak or consumption (11%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider?
NHTSA lists 47 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2019 Fiat 124 Spider from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2019 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.