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The 2012 FIAT 500 Abarth is a compact hatchback featuring a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine with four cylinders and front-wheel drive. Manufactured by Chrysler de Mexico Toluca, this sporty model comes with a two-door design and offers airbags for all seating positions. Its left-hand drive configuration and manual seat belts add to its traditional driving experience, while the direct tire pressure monitoring system ensures safety. The vehicle's lightweight build falls under the Class 1 weight rating, making it an agile and efficient choice for city driving.

Decoded VIN:

Make

FIAT

Manufacturer Name

CHRYSLER DE MEXICO TOLUCA

Model

500

Model Year

2012

Plant City

TOLUCA

Series

Trim

Abarth

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

MEXICO

Plant Company Name

Toluca Assembly

Plant State

STATE OF MEXICO

Body Class

Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Steering Location

Left-Hand Drive (LHD)

Drive Type

FWD/Front-Wheel Drive

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

1400.0

Displacement (CI)

85.43324173262

Displacement (L)

1.4

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Other Engine Info

Sales Code: EAF

Turbo

Yes

Pretensioner

Yes

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Active Belts: All Seating Positions

Other Restraint System Info

Active Seatbelts for all seating positions.

Other Restraint System Info

Airbag: Outboard Seating Positions

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

All Rows

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type

Direct

Most common problems:

Oil consumption

The 2012 FIAT 500 is known to have issues with high oil consumption, which can lead to engine damage if not monitored and addressed regularly.

Timing belt failure

The 1.4L engine in the FIAT 500 can experience timing belt failures, which can cause significant engine damage if the belt snaps.

Misfires

Owners have reported engine misfires, often due to issues with the ignition coils or spark plugs.

Cooling system leaks

Problems with the cooling system, such as radiator and coolant hose leaks, are common and can lead to engine overheating.

Engine stalling

Some 2012 FIAT 500 models may experience engine stalling issues, often related to fuel system problems or faulty sensors.

Check engine light

The check engine light may frequently illuminate due to various sensor failures or emissions system issues.

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