Fiat500, 500e20131.4L L4/fiat/500-500e/2013/1-4l-l4/
FF platform

2013 Fiat 500, 500e — 1.4L L4

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 500, 500e 1.4L L4. Covers both the standard and High Output 1.4L L4.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine 1.4L L4Transmission Automatic 6-spd

The 2013 Fiat 500 and its hybrid‑assisted counterpart, the 500e, are compact passenger cars built on a front‑wheel‑drive (FF) platform and powered by a 1.4‑liter inline‑four engine coupled with an automatic 6‑speed transmission, while their EPA‑rated fuel economy reaches 27 mpg city, 33 mpg highway and 29 mpg combined, with the 500e’s electric assistance further improving urban efficiency. In terms of reliability, owners logged 164 complaints, the majority concerning power‑train components, and the model was subject to four recall campaigns. Overall, the 2013 model year reflects a period of modest reliability for the Fiat 500 line, offering a clear picture of the brand’s early‑generation challenges and strengths.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque63 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy27/33/29 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 47 · 500 CCA battery, OE oil filter 68102241AA. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 47 · 500 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter68102241AA
Engine air filter52022346AA alt 68073648AA
Spark plugSP070500AA alt SP070507AC
BatteryBBH5F001AA
Front wiper blades5182439AB alt 05182438AB
Thermostat04892642AD
Cabin air filter68096453AB

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined27 / 33 / 29 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine SYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 63 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 20.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidCastrol BOT533
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity0.8-1.0
Differential Gear OilSYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.3 Pints
Manual Transmission FluidMopar C635 DDCT/MTX transmission fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity3.6

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs15 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts11 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts11 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts15 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug20.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs7.4 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts63 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub229 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub207 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerNGK
Spark Plug Gap0.040 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.06 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity1.70 oz
Standard BCI Group Number47
Standard BCI Cranking Performance500 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test15 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Engine Compression100 PSI.

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket25 ft-lbs / 21 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle42 ft-lbs / 77 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.040; Rear: 0.040 in
Brake ApplicationWITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 4015 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages
115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
222.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
390 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step.90 degrees
490 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step.; Bolts should be checked for stretching using a straight edge. Ay bolts that show stretching should be replaced.90 degrees
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
111 ft. lbs., step 2: tighten an additional 3011 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep Tighten according to the following torque values:

11 through 10 to 15 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
211 through 20 to 11 ft. lbs.11 ft. lbs
31 through 10 again to 15 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
41 through 10, 80 degrees Turn Do not use a torque wrench for this step.80 degrees
511 through 20 to 27 ft. lbs.27 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Sunroof Assembly (lubricate) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 30,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (inspect)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Timing Belt (replace)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2013 Fiat 500, 500e dominate in one area — the power train, 64 of 164 reports (39%), well ahead of the next concern. That matters, because the power train are also the target of recalls 19E-044 and 16V-302 on this vehicle — so the single most useful check before buying or servicing one is confirming they were actually performed. 9 of the reports describe a crash and 2 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the power train pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

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Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
133
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
164
Owner complaints
9 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 164 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train64
Unknown Or Other11
Engine10
Electrical System7
Air Bags6
Fuel/Propulsion System5
Power Train,Engine5
Exterior Lighting4

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19E044000Power Train:Manual Transmission:Floor Shift AssemblyReported 03/07/2019

DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The Shifter Shaft may have been improperly manufactured with a through hole for the set screw rather than… Remedy: DLT has notified owners, and will provide a complete replacement shifter assembly with an updated shaft, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2019. Owners may contact DLT…

16V302000Power Train:Manual TransmissionReported 16/05/2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 21, 2010, through January 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and… Remedy: The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 133 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
23-021-262026-06-04StructureBroken Exterior Driver And/Or Passenger Door Handles XB2 Warranty Extension Customers may…
31-001-25 REV. B2025-08-16StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
31-001-25 REV. A2025-08-14StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
31-001-252025-08-13StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
91006242025-07-08EngineVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders:

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2013 500, 500e have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 1.4L L4 get?

EPA figures are 27 city / 33 highway / 29 combined mpg.