Manual gearbox synchro wear and clutch failure
Notchy shifts when cold, crunching into gear, chatter at idle with the clutch up, or slip under hard acceleration in a higher gear.
Should I buy a 2012–2024 Abarth 595?
Considering a 2012–2024 Abarth 595? This guide explains the problems associated with this model and what to examine when viewing one. Condition, maintenance history and previous repairs matter, so judge the exact car on evidence rather than badge appeal.
At a glance
We have detailed information drawn from more than 2 billion data points and an extensive list of potential faults for this vehicle. Below is a sample of three. Run a bespoke report by entering your vehicle details to see the full list.
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Common Abarth 595 (2012–2024) problems
Boost-control or intake leak causing power loss
Flat acceleration, hissing under load, inconsistent boost, or an engine warning light after hard acceleration.
Tailgate wiring loom fractures
Boot release stops working, rear wiper or heated rear window cuts out, or rear lights and plate lights behave oddly.
Abarth 595 buying questions
Is a 2012–2024 Abarth 595 worth buying?
It can be, but only if the individual car backs it up. For the 2012–2024 Abarth 595, treat model-level patterns as viewing priorities and let condition, history and inspection evidence decide.
What common problems affect the Abarth 595 (2012–2024)?
The problem cards above list the model-level checks for this guide. Read them as priorities for inspection and paperwork review, not proof that every example will have those faults.
What should I check before buying an Abarth 595?
Look for evidence, not just assurances: MOT advisories, service history, repair invoices, warning lights, fluid leaks, tyre and brake condition, and how the car behaves on a proper test drive. And of course, look at your personalised Should I Buy This Car? report, outlining a full list of common issues in detail, a personalised road test, a plain-English explanation and a MotorIQ score.
A model guide is useful. A report on its registration is better.
The guide above gives you the model-level pattern. A personalised MotorIQ report checks the registration-specific record and turns it into an ownership view before you commit.
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