2016 Fiat Ducato

2016 Fiat Ducato

The 2016 Fiat Ducato is available with a range of diesel engines. The 2.0-liter MultiJet II engine produces 115 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. The 2.3-liter MultiJet II engine produces 130 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque. The 3.0-liter MultiJet II engine produces 157 horsepower and 290 lb-ft of torque.

The 2016 Fiat Ducato is available with a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission. The manual transmission is standard on the 2.0-liter and 2.3-liter engines while the automatic transmission is optional on both engines. The 3.0-liter engine is only available with the automatic transmission.

The 2016 Fiat Ducato has a comfortable interior with plenty of space for passengers and cargo. The vehicle also has a number of safety features, including airbags, anti-lock brakes, and electronic stability control.

However, there are also some common issues that owners have reported with the 2016 Fiat Ducato.

Engine

• 2.0-liter MultiJet II
  • Turbocharger failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power, increased fuel consumption, excessive smoke from the exhaust
    • Solution: Replace the turbocharger
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: 16V502
  • EGR valve failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Reduced engine performance, increased emissions, engine stalling
    • Solution: Replace the EGR valve
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
    • Recalls: None Found
• 2.3-liter MultiJet II
  • Crankshaft sensor failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, difficult starting, reduced power
    • Solution: Replace the crankshaft sensor
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300
    • Recalls: None Found
• 3.0-liter MultiJet II
  • Fuel injector failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Rough idle, poor fuel economy, engine stalling
    • Solution: Replace the fuel injector
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $700
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• Six-speed manual transmission
  • Synchronizer failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, grinding noises
    • Solution: Replace the synchronizer
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found
• Six-speed automatic transmission
  • Torque converter failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Slipping gears, loss of power, overheating
    • Solution: Replace the torque converter
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: 16V491

Suspension

• Front suspension
  • Strut failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Noise when driving over bumps, uneven tire wear
    • Solution: Replace the strut
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
    • Recalls: None Found
• Rear suspension
  • Leaf spring failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Sagging rear end, reduced load capacity
    • Solution: Replace the leaf spring
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
    • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty starting the vehicle, dim headlights, dead battery
  • Solution: Replace the battery
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
    • Recalls: None Found
• Alternator failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Warning light on dashboard, dim headlights, difficulty starting the vehicle
  • Solution: Replace the alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $700
    • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Headlight condensation
  • Description/Symptoms: Water inside the headlight housing
  • Solution: Replace the headlight housing
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
    • Recalls: None Found
• Wiper motor failure * Description/Symptoms: Wiper blades not moving, intermittent wiper operation * Solution: Replace the wiper motor * Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300 * Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Climate control panel failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Buttons not working, display not working, fan not blowing
  • Solution: Replace the climate control panel
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
    • Recalls: None Found
• Seatbelt pretensioner failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Seatbelt not retracting properly, warning light on dashboard
  • Solution: Replace the seatbelt pretensioner
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300
    • Recalls: 16V499

Summary

The 2016 Fiat Ducato is a reliable vehicle, but there are some common issues that owners have reported. The most serious and expensive issue is the torque converter failure in the automatic transmission. Other issues, such as battery and alternator failure, are less severe and less expensive to fix. Overall, the 2016 Fiat Ducato is a good choice for buyers who are looking for a spacious and comfortable vehicle.