9.9

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
250 miles

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problem #2

Mar 202024

124 Spider

  • miles
We purchased a 2018 Fiat Spider from a dealer as a new vehicle. It apparently had recalls but the dealers never notified Fiat that we were the new owners and the dealer has been listed as the owner all of this time so we never received notifications. The vehicle is only used as a summer vehicle and the clutch just went out at 9000 miles. We have multiple manual transmission vehicles in the household and none have ever gone out before 120,000 miles. Additionally, we found out that there were recalls related to the transmission. In regard to repairs, they don't even make the original clutch anymore and have an updated clutch plate and assembly from Fiat for repair. Obviously there was a defect since they don't even make the original clutch. Also if we had been notified of recalls, repairing those may have prevented this problem. We have always had the vehicle repaired at certified Fiat dealers but never have had them fix any recalls aside from recommended service. It appears Fiat knew that there is a clutch defect. We contacted Fiat and they refuse to remediate the problem since its outside the warranty period. With the history of not receiving recall notices due to dealer error and the clutch assembly no longer available but rather an updated improved version, we would hope Fiat would cover at least parts. Repair cost is almost $9000 for a 9000 mile clutch on a car that is like new. Thanks. [XXX] and [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Priest River, ID, USA

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problem #1

Jun 012019

124 Spider

  • 500 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Fiat 124 spider. The contact stated that while driving 35-40 mph, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle. The check engine warning light, keyfob, and TPMS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to classic Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat of arlington (1111 I-20 frontage rd, arlington, tx 76018, (682) 226-6400) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the shield needed to be tightened and keyfob replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacture was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 500.

- Ft Worth, TX, USA

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