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Abarth 500 / 595 / 695 type 312 faults

3 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.

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Reliability
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3 known faults

595 1.4 T-Jet 145

  1. Clutch and flywheel wear

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The clutch and flywheel sometimes wear out prematurely, especially in urban use; some owners also mention judder when cold. Opinions are divided: some report a clutch needing replacement before 60,000 km, while others have had no problems at all. The clutch hydraulics need regular fluid renewal.

    Versions
    595 1.4 T-Jet 145, 595 Turismo 1.4 T-Jet 165, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180 robotisée
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Clogged boost solenoid valve or worn turbo (1.4 T-Jet)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On the 1.4 T-Jet, the boost solenoid valve can become blocked by carbon build-up, causing the engine to switch to limp mode with a loss of boost pressure. Guides also cite turbo failures, linked to infrequent servicing, and recommend checking the oil-change history.

    Versions
    595 1.4 T-Jet 145, 595 Turismo 1.4 T-Jet 165, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180 robotisée
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

595 Turismo 1.4 T-Jet 165

  1. Clutch and flywheel wear

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The clutch and flywheel sometimes wear out prematurely, especially in urban use; some owners also mention judder when cold. Opinions are divided: some report a clutch needing replacement before 60,000 km, while others have had no problems at all. The clutch hydraulics need regular fluid renewal.

    Versions
    595 1.4 T-Jet 145, 595 Turismo 1.4 T-Jet 165, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180 robotisée
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Clogged boost solenoid valve or worn turbo (1.4 T-Jet)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On the 1.4 T-Jet, the boost solenoid valve can become blocked by carbon build-up, causing the engine to switch to limp mode with a loss of boost pressure. Guides also cite turbo failures, linked to infrequent servicing, and recommend checking the oil-change history.

    Versions
    595 1.4 T-Jet 145, 595 Turismo 1.4 T-Jet 165, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180 robotisée
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180

  1. Clutch and flywheel wear

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The clutch and flywheel sometimes wear out prematurely, especially in urban use; some owners also mention judder when cold. Opinions are divided: some report a clutch needing replacement before 60,000 km, while others have had no problems at all. The clutch hydraulics need regular fluid renewal.

    Versions
    595 1.4 T-Jet 145, 595 Turismo 1.4 T-Jet 165, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180 robotisée
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Clogged boost solenoid valve or worn turbo (1.4 T-Jet)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On the 1.4 T-Jet, the boost solenoid valve can become blocked by carbon build-up, causing the engine to switch to limp mode with a loss of boost pressure. Guides also cite turbo failures, linked to infrequent servicing, and recommend checking the oil-change history.

    Versions
    595 1.4 T-Jet 145, 595 Turismo 1.4 T-Jet 165, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180 robotisée
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180 robotisée

  1. MTA robotised gearbox failures

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The MTA robotised gearbox (clutch and gear changes operated by a hydraulic actuator) is the most frequently cited weak point. Owners describe lock-ups, refusal to engage a gear, or a fault warning that comes on when a sensor is faulty or the fluid level is too low. An independent garage quotes between €1,800 and €3,000 for the repair, based on 12 cars: a very small sample.

    Versions
    595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180 robotisée
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    €1,800 to €3,000

  2. Clutch and flywheel wear

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The clutch and flywheel sometimes wear out prematurely, especially in urban use; some owners also mention judder when cold. Opinions are divided: some report a clutch needing replacement before 60,000 km, while others have had no problems at all. The clutch hydraulics need regular fluid renewal.

    Versions
    595 1.4 T-Jet 145, 595 Turismo 1.4 T-Jet 165, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180 robotisée
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Clogged boost solenoid valve or worn turbo (1.4 T-Jet)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On the 1.4 T-Jet, the boost solenoid valve can become blocked by carbon build-up, causing the engine to switch to limp mode with a loss of boost pressure. Guides also cite turbo failures, linked to infrequent servicing, and recommend checking the oil-change history.

    Versions
    595 1.4 T-Jet 145, 595 Turismo 1.4 T-Jet 165, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180, 595 Competizione 1.4 T-Jet 180 robotisée
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

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