Reliability GuideCommon Problems with the
Common Problems with the
2007 Fiat 500 (Type 312)
The 2007 Fiat 500 (Type 312) has an excellent reliability record with no widely reported common faults for this model year period.
Buying Tips for 2007 Fiat 500 (Type 312)
- Prioritise manual cars over Dualogic semi-autos to avoid the most common major expense.
- Check the rear axle bushes (look for MOT advisories); they are a labour-intensive fix on older cars.
- Ensure Blue&Me (Bluetooth/USB) works; a flashing odometer often indicates a failed module.
- Test the heater blend doors by cycling from full hot to full cold; clicking sounds mean a broken internal tab.
- Inspect the door handles and exterior trim, which can become brittle and break on older cars.
- Check the coolant reservoir for hairline cracks—slow coolant loss is a common issue on higher-mileage examples.