The 2017 FIAT 500 is a late-life city car in the US market. Powertrain: 1.4L MultiAir 4-cylinder (101hp) or 1.4L Turbo MultiAir (135hp on Abarth). 5-speed manual or 6-speed Dualogic automated-manual on some, 6-speed auto on later trims. The Dualogic automated-manual is the defining pain point. Plus minor electrical quirks and small-car wear items.
If you find a 2017 FIAT 500 with the Dualogic single-clutch automated-manual, walk away unless you understand its quirks. Jerky shifts, clutch wear, and actuator failures are widespread. The 5-speed manual or proper 6-speed auto is the smart pick.
Single-clutch Dualogic clutches wear by 50K-80K mi due to single-clutch automated operation. Replacement requires actuator recalibration. Many owners convert to manual or switch cars.
View P0700 Diagnosis →The MultiAir hydraulic valve "brick" sits atop the head and can fail by 60K-100K mi, causing rough running and a check engine light. Updated parts available.
View P0011 Diagnosis →Electronic throttle body issues cause stalling, hesitation, or limp mode. Cleaning sometimes helps; replacement is common.
View p2122 Diagnosis →Stellantis TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) has a poor reliability history. Random electrical faults can be traced to TIPM corrosion or relay failure.
Run free diagnosis →Power window switches and wiring at the door hinge are weak points. Symptoms: intermittent window operation.
Run free diagnosis →Salt-state 500s show rust on the rear subframe and suspension bolts faster than average. Inspect underneath before buying.
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Only at a low price, only with the 5-speed manual or proper 6-speed automatic (not Dualogic), and only with a clean rust inspection. Charming city car, frustrating long-term ownership.
Late in the US-market run with all the known issues understood. Late-build cars are slightly more refined but the underlying complaints remain.
Expect $500-800/year in routine maintenance. Lifetime non-routine cost typically $3,000-5,500 to 100K miles - high for a small economy car, driven by Dualogic, MultiAir, and electrical repairs.
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If your 2017 500 is throwing a check engine light, these are the codes most often associated with the problems above. Click any code for full diagnosis steps and typical repair costs.
Below average. Dualogic automated-manual, MultiAir solenoid failure, and Stellantis electrical issues drag down the score.
On Dualogic-equipped cars - clutch and actuator failure. On all 1.4L MultiAir cars - the MultiAir solenoid "brick" can fail.
Yes if you have the choice. Single-clutch automated-manual wears clutches faster than expected and shifts jerkily. The 5-speed manual is far more reliable.
Salt-belt 500s show rust on the subframe and suspension bolts faster than average. Inspect underneath thoroughly.
Several including airbag (Takata) and electrical items. Always check NHTSA by VIN.
120,000-150,000 miles is realistic for the manual transmission. Dualogic cars typically need a clutch or two before then.