2013–2018 Fiat Punto / Grande Punto / Punto Evo
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Common Problems & Reliability
The 2013–2018 Fiat Punto / Grande Punto / Punto Evo has 3 known issues. 3 of these are classified as serious faults that could be expensive to repair.
Electric Power Steering Failure
SeriousA very common failure where the torque sensor or motor inside the column fails.
Symptoms: Steering warning light, Uneven weight when turning left vs right...
Est. repair cost: £300–£700
Overheating and head gasket failure
SeriousThe 1.2 and 1.4 petrol engines are prone to overheating if the cooling system is neglected. Head gasket failure can follow, causing creamy residue under the oil cap, coolant loss and poor engine performance. Cars as young as three years old have been affected.
Symptoms: Creamy residue under oil cap, Coolant loss without visible leak...
Est. repair cost: £400–£1,500
Timing belt failure
SeriousThe Punto's timing belt should be replaced every 60,000 miles or 5 years. If it snaps or slips, the engine can suffer catastrophic internal damage. This is especially critical on the Interferenz engines where a belt failure means bent valves.
Symptoms: Rattling noise from timing area, Engine cuts out suddenly...
Est. repair cost: £30–£450 (prevention) / £1,000+ (engine damage)
Buying Tips for the 2013–2018 Fiat Punto / Grande Punto / Punto Evo
- ✓Steering failure is the most common and expensive "killer" of these cars.
- ✓Check for Blue&Me issues (flashing odometer) on cars from 2008-2015.
- ✓Inspect the front suspension top mounts for knocking/crunching sounds.
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