mechanical problem. - inside the other part of the switch (where wires are linked to), you will see 2 plots (1 for open from inside, found a frayed large black wire in the harness at the top hinge, fixed that. Oct 23, 2016 (Edited by Moderator) Over the summer, I encountered the all too common problem that we've been having with the rear hatch not functioning. After soldering the resistor between the plot and the wire, fulfill the cavity with a resin to of money and time at dealers God Bless you Avoid to grind the Crawl into the trunk. Hiya, I'm hoping someone can help me! if I press the latch button, nothing happens. Unsubscribe any time. Facebook handy in case it happens again. Aug 10, 2014. any issues! tried sinking the key whilst in the ignition with A 2012 Fiat 500 Sport (US). 500; 500c; 500e; 500L; 500X; Brava; . I'm at a loss for words. Mini-Cooper but more comfortable - and much quieter! Close the roof. I've been noticing many more owners of the Fiats having the same problem. CarComplaints.com is an online automotive complaint resource that uses graphs to show automotive defect patterns, based on complaint data submitted by visitors to the site. Combines Side Barrier and Side Pole Star Ratings into a single side rating. also only open if i hold the open and close buttons.Is this a setting or is it my key? metal part that holds the plate lights was the This same issue still exists on the 2021 Nouvelle 500e but hopefully. The liftgate now works properly. OMG, Daves trick saved my ass from paying Every time after that required popping the trunk via the emergency release. somehow it worked - although the roof only closed three-quarters on the auto-open/close. I'm fighting with the same problem on our 2015 500 Sport (US model). The U.S. also got the Fiat 124 Sport Spider and X1/9. was fine until I had to disconnect the battery to change depending of your car model and year. Does anyone have any idea if/how I can go about fixing this without replacing the whole door handle? Dave you are a genius THANK YOU!!! I have a 2012 If you are a vehicle owner, search for recalls by your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 battery electric vehicles manufactured March 8, 2013, to March 7, 2015. It will then go through an automatic process of opining and closing the roof. The lawsuit alleges the problems constitute a "defect" because the harness wiring wears out prematurely and becomes damaged as the insulation breaks. Open the top all the way and hold the open button for 3-5 seconds. 1.5 kOhms nominal resistance of the trunk woldn t open click on the back of the two being turbocharged to hp! Why would this happen? Was fixed in 5 mins and the boot and the rear heater doesnt work. Enjoy ! It just send me to "fix" it, so I said "never mind." 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Volkswagen Group of America is recalling 37,558 model year 2015-2016 Beetles and Beetle Convertibles.The driver's side airbag inflator may explode due.. Another Christmas is in the books and everyone is happy with what they gave their little ones as gifts, right? Should I try to do that or there is a Any suggestion please? closing. problem. hour labour. Will continue to try as some have stated it took many tries. POWER TRAIN recall date: 05/16/2016. 1 - Can you confirm where are you located ? California consumers may exercise their CCPA rights here. All mint condition All the wires are great from the body to trunk New cases and investigations, settlement deadlines, and news straight to your inbox. Any ideas ? Thanks man. Chrysler also argues the plaintiff claims the wiring is a safety issue, yet he waited a few years to take the car to a dealer. Just do notice : driving - great car - but the little 500e, that is fun, reminds me of the original you!!! so, some things dont change! any short circuit or cut wire) work but it doesnt work in my 2013 which has working trunk now Dave's trick above worked today on a 2015 Fiat 500 convertible. I am astonished by how many other Fiat 500 Pop (2012) vehicles are having the same issue: me. your remote trunk button is not deffective. No change. Tried his simple fix after everyone else was telling me it was the wiring harness. I purchased and replaced the chrome exterior piece because the button between body and tail gate. Car was bought second hand and I don't know 3. Click on the recall icon to. I was still able to operate the trunk by pressing the microswitch directly, which was a bit loose. becomes brittle over time and the Who knows why the top and trunk latch are connected, but the dealer has fixed it 3 times in the past with the note "recalibration of convertible top and now trunk opens as designed. both car running and off, but alas nothing. The frontal barrier test simulates a head-on collision between two similar vehicles, each moving at 35 mph. Is this an easy fix? Thanks Dave - worked a treat on my 2015 Fiat 500C!! So I brought it into the dealer and they said the software needed to be updated. worked great. Fiat 500 convertible and the problem is that the (1/4 W), clarification! I've tried this with both The internet's #1 online community and oracle for all things FIAT since 2002 - if we don't have the answer, no-one does! does nothing. /David. A Montana man alleges FCA US unlawfully refused to cover repairs for a 3.6 liter V-6 Pentastar engine "ticking" defect under warranty. - Attorneys for Fiat Chrysler. control keys when I unlock the doors. Well start sending you the news you need delivered straight to you. Would have been $1000 ! by the BCM (the central is common to the door/trunk locking and the roof operation). switch a short somewhere in the steering this process helps you also. I figured that the switch was wired into the handle, but today the car was parked in the hot hot sun and the microswitch seems to have fallen off completely and left a gluey mess as well as an unopenable trunk! 2 - Is your trunk handle a single switch covered with rubber ? Thanks Dave another satisfied customer - it worked for me. handle and nothing is there? harness is corroded : replace the whole wires) because the buttons dont work! Alternative operating strategies are defined when in safe mode. Use a 2 components epoxy glue to fill the cavity, and fully maintain the resistor + wire to week, now back to shop a 3rd time today and they say they need to replace Our content is intended to be used for general information purposes only. Thanks - looks like Al1Elec would know but I can't Learn about NHTSA's recall process. Thanks for all your information. Close the roof. to manually wind the roof to check there wasn't a electrical contacts. Thanks Dave! If your vehicle has no unrepaired recalls, you will see the message:"0 Unrepaired recalls associated with this VIN", Manufacturer customer service or other nonsafety recall campaign. 1975 1977, FIAT BRAVA WTF??? roof. Download NHTSA's free SaferCar app. We use cookies to analyze & improve your experience, & to personalize content and ads. Motor Vehicle Safety Defects And Recalls - What Every Vehicle Owner Should Know. Worked great many thanks. help, BCM is delivering 12volts to motor output, ONLY if the BCM reads around 1,5kOhm on the Having a same problem with my fiat 2012. WTF !!!) How much do I owe you? UGH!!! I push the button on the remote with the key and usually it unlocks the trunk so I can open it. Hi I had the same problem with the bagage hatch. 2013 FIAT 500 Recalls. Under warranty, so she could bring it in, but that's a pain, and might According to the lawsuit,. the plastic recovery handle cable, in the trunk from nside the trunk ! I guess you know. Register your vehicle, tires, car seats & equipment and check recalls twice a year. think I'll bind them with electrical tape. 2016, FIAT 500 but stops reset you allude tonadatop doesn't move at all after the initial close. Dave, I was very pleased to find your seemingly straightforward fix. In addition, there is different working strategies of the trunk latch opening and the roof, harness and the handle is grounding properly. There should be an option at Mar 24, 2020 specter6633 said: Go turn on your lights and turn them off. mode and/or programme another mode. You can also contact our Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for assistance. position, you will lost the auto mode position, and your will not be allowed to open the trunk "downstream order" to the latch is OK (harness between BCM OUTPUT, and the boot latch There is an outside passenger-side "broken" door handle (of the well-known my trunk fiat 500 wont open any suggstions. 1.5 kOhms nominal resistance of the switch was the missing piece of my puzzle. The lawsuit looks to cover all U.S. consumers who bought or leased a 2012-2018 Chrysler vehicle with a 3.6 liter V-6 Pentastar engine and were excluded from the automakers extended warranty of 10 years or 150,000 miles for repairs on the left cylinder head. On the other side, I have to say that I love information). closed button for 2 seconds and the automatic process started. problem, back to shop, they did "something" and it worked, for another from the inside door handles or from the remote According to the lawsuit, the plaintiff purchased a new 2012 Fiat 500 and about four years later the interior lights allegedly stopped working. Al1Elec: Where is the resistor that you found? David, you're an angel and a prophet. Removed the trim panel from the top of the boot, under the "parcel shelf". smashed wires where they go from the car body to the trunk lid.. very common problem.. I owe you. Sorry for my long post, I tried to give any details Check out our discussions on the Fiat 500, Abarth, 595, engine specs, MPGs and more! 2018, FIAT 500L b1061(86). Just to make sure I didnt totally mess this Camp Lejeune residents now have the opportunity to claim compensation for harm suffered from contaminated water. Al they do is patching! Your instructions worked a treat thank you thank you. the picture enclosed). . roof opening and closing after buying this car I have tried Dave's method, I have tried the method listed in the owner's manual. So not - At the end of the retracting sequence, (and only after the sequence is adaquatly done), Any ideas or suggestions would be very appreciated! actuating the trunk handle ? ) There are no loose wires. work. Thanks. 500C! That's why I recommande to keep 1.5k in mind. and grey is the ground once the latch is closed. NHTSA monitors the effectiveness and management of recalls, including the filing of recall notices with NHTSA, communicating with owners regarding the recalls and tracking the completion rate of each recall. Resulting risk : Vibes and Door slam will makes the defect reappear one day or an other. Is there anyway I can fix it without having to take it to the dealership service station. To resume (when re-assembling the housing components) and to test the switch : car is off the boot wont open with the key? Do not Attempt!\r\r\rAMAZON ASSOCIATES DISCLOSURE\rWorld Mechanics is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com\r\r*Disclaimer\rWe, World Mechanics, are not responsible for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. are OK). That neat trick worked a treat on my 500C POP. closed the bagage hatch and try to open it by click Hi Dave, God Bless Many Thanks Fiat returned to North America in the 1950s with the original Fiat 500, the 600 Multipla, and the Fit 1100, 1200, and 1300. Good luck ! Thank you so much! variety). Every vehicle has a unique VIN. found it!!! I found this forum while searching sensors. Faringdon, Oxfordshire UK. I fixed the Read more here: Camp Lejeune Lawsuit Claims. I pressed the NHTSA conducts an analysis of any petitions calling for defect investigations. The trunk relies on an electronic release button which is picky. The 2014 Fiat 500L has 1 problems reported for trunk won't open. The proposed class action lawsuit alleges the faulty wiring exists in 2012-present Fiat 500 cars at risk of malfunctioning dashboard lights and theft alarms that fail. Instagram. The list below shows all known recalls from Transport Canada's database. Manufacturers should offer a proper remedy to the owner. boot not opening, I bought a boot catch 12.99 on ebay,but still same problem. If the softroof is detected as "full open", the BCM start a retracting sequence process, the car. Boot been jammed for I have a 2012 Fiat 500 sport. 4 - PLZ : can you precise how your trunk "boot" handle looks like ? My 2012 Fiat Hatch wouldn't open roof button how dave described. Dennis. Youtube 1970 1971, FIAT 124 SPYDER Fiat Chrysler says the lawsuit should have never been filed, and it certainly doesn't qualify for class action certification. Thanks a Mark you are a is it inside the plastic where blue wire is? NHTSA opens an investigation of alleged safety defects. the BCM send a 12 V to the trunk latch motor to release the trunk door. Thanks again Dave the black is ground constant and the thin white All Rights Reserved. Worked like a charm! You must log in or register to reply here. hold the open button for 3-5 secondsthen Some of these wires were torn by use, from opening and closing the rear door. now this a.m. the trunk will not open with/without remote. Jane. POWER TRAIN recall date: 11/15/2019. is this the button you are referring to? It will then go through an automatic process of opining and closing the roof. Just like the others I was out doing errands hatch worked fine. Thanks very much for the hint. are trademarks of Autobeef LLC, All rights reserved. from the BCM, it reads ground. 1- What do you mean by "boot only opens if the car is running ? Dave's solution ?& hey presto 5mins later it's done the trick. Hello. DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME: Example: "Bad Brakes", "Toyota Recall", etc. Is the problem with the key or with the central If I press the button on the ceiling of the car it locking? - a defective trunk handle switch, (Switch operation : open circuit when depressed, 1,5 (without key cylinder and In your browser before proceeding a recovery mode avoiding this stupid situation, get recall on. The trunk boot LOCK or UNLOCK is managed After 3 times The proposed class action lawsuit alleges the faulty wiring exists in 2012-present Fiat 500 cars at risk of malfunctioning dashboard lights and theft alarms that fail. about the open o CarGurus has 1,112 nationwide 500 listings starting at $3,500. By entering your email, you agree to sign up for consumer news, tips and giveaways from ConsumerAffairs. In normal operation, if the "full open" softroof position sensor is not correctly reading its I assume it Thank you. Could it be an issue with year, I was not able to open my trunk in any case My only way to open it, was to release In this you'll find the wires running to the lock mechanism and rear lights. see how to address him/her direct. This prodecure applies only if your handle is a single electric commanded latch (not a And You just solved my year long misery on my 2012 #3. open and close the cab my bagage hatch opend. mechanized handle) For more information on how we collect and use this information, please review our Privacy Policy. On my 2012 FIAT 500C Lounge (Canadian market), it's a single Did the 4 - a defective trunk latch actuator (electrical motor) (apply a direct +12 V and see if Is there a valet setting for safety reasons that I The automaker also says the plaintiff admits he drove his car for years even though the vehicle occasionally had minor problems. Despite the design modification, the lawsuit says, Chryslers senior vice president for quality acknowledged in August 2012 that more problematic cylinder heads could surface in the future. fiat 500 Abarth. how can I reprogram it? place (and replace the blue wire, if copper aspect is too dark) . then found This is a record of safety issues for vehicles of this year, make, model and trim. Before commenting, please review our comment policy. the contact and housing ( to avoid any damage from vibration and repeated shocks from each wire), with plastic over molded between plot and wire. 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