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Fiat 124 Spider 2017–2020 (348)
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- Price
- $24,995–$29,500
- MPG
- 30
- Strength: Strong driving fun
- Strength: Strong reliability
- Watch-out: Poor passenger space
- Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
How it scores for you10 scores
Miata bones with Italian turbo character deliver honest roadster joy; the cabin, trunk, and feature list are as tiny as the price.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; none of its 3 recalls were serious. About 2% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +3 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $2,700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 48% of cars we track.
4.9 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 20% of other coupes we track.
Two seats, minimal storage, tight for tall drivers
ND Miata chassis with a torquier 1.4 turbo; light, chuckable, pure roadster fun
Carryover Mazda Connect without CarPlay/Android Auto; minimal driver assists
Snug two-seater with real wind and road noise; fine for fair-weather use only
Typical resale value for a coupe.
No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls8 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
8 recalls · 3 common complaint areas across 2017–2020
- Airbags — 14 complaints (2017)
- Recall — Airbags: air bag/restraint control module: software (2020)
- Airbags — 8 complaints (2018)
2020
- RecallAirbags: air bag/restraint control module: software24V694000
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 St
- Complaint clusterAirbags8 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2020 Fiat 124 Spider. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V694000 (Air Bags); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was determined that the air bag control module softwar
2019
- RecallPowertrain: automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)19V068000
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.
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump21V879000
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.
- RecallAirbags: air bag/restraint control module: software24V694000
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 St
2018
- RecallPowertrain: automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)19V068000
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.
- RecallAirbags: air bag/restraint control module: software24V694000
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 St
- Complaint clusterAirbags8 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
manufacturer is not able to perform recall service. No dealers have the proper tool necessary to complete repair. I've tried all dealers in Atlanta GA area.
2017
- RecallPowertrain: automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)19V068000
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.
- RecallAirbags: air bag/restraint control module: software24V694000
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 St
- Complaint clusterAirbags14 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V694000 (AIR BAGS); 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 manufactu
- Complaint clusterElectrical6 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My dealership where I bought my car let me know of a recall my vehicle had during an oil change. I then asked if they could fix it to where they said no, that only FIAT could fix it or another dealership about 40 minutes away. I then went to that other dealership and they told me no because it had t
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other5 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TPMS SOUNDS WARNING ALARM AND LIGHT WHEN DRIVING - ALTHOUGH TIRE PRESSURES ARE FINE. THIS HAS HAPPENED MANY TIMES IN THE NEARLY 2 YEARS OF OWNERSHIP AND BEEN TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES FOR ATTEMPTED REPAIRS. THE AUDIBLE ALARM IS ALSO SO LOUD IT SCARES ME WHEN IT GOES OFF - AND IS NOT ADJUSTABLE. THIS
Cost to own$23,600 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$24,995–$29,500
Estimated used price, by model year
$2,700/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
26
Highway MPG
35
Combined MPG
30
Horsepower
164 hp
Doors
2
Length
160.2 in
Width
68.1 in
Height
48.8 in
Wheelbase
90.9 in
Curb weight
2,456 lb
Cargo volume
4.9 cu ft
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