FULVIA

Lancia Fulvia — MPG, VIN Decoder, Recalls, Reliability & Specs

Everything on the Lancia Fulvia — 0 recalls, common problems, the best & worst years, full specs, MPG and NHTSA safety, by model year.

Data · NHTSA & EPA · 1995–2026 · 32 model years · Updated Jul 18, 2026 · Not yet rated
Quick answer

The Lancia Fulvia spans 1995–2026 with 0 recorded NHTSA recalls. It delivers competitive fuel economy and NHTSA-rated safety.

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1995–2026
Years
0
Recalls
Top MPG
—★
NHTSA
0
Complaints
Not yet rated
ForCar Reliability Score
Too new — not enough data yet

We're still compiling NHTSA safety, recall and owner-complaint data for the Lancia Fulvia — its ForCar Reliability Score will appear once that data is in.

Overview

The Lancia Fulvia is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 1995 to 2026 across multiple generations.

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How to read a Lancia Fulvia VIN — every digit explained

Every Lancia Fulvia carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.

FIG.02
1–3 · WMI1XX
4–8 · VDSCM826
9 · Check5
10 · YearR
11 · PlantA
12–17 · Serial004352
  • WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Lancia and the country it was built in.
  • VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
  • Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
  • Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
  • Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Fulvia.
  • Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
17 CHARS·SOURCE SAE / ISO 3779 · NHTSA vPIC

Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your Fulvia, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.

How many recalls does the Lancia Fulvia have?

The Lancia Fulvia has 0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1995–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.

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Best and worst years for the Lancia Fulvia

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Lancia Fulvia — best- and worst-year trends will appear here once that data is in.

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What are the most common Lancia Fulvia problems?

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint data for the Lancia Fulvia — the most-reported problems will appear here once that data is in.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.

Lancia Fulvia specifications & dimensions

The 2026 Lancia Fulvia. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Lancia Fulvia window sticker.

Specs cache warming…

Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.

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Lancia Fulvia cargo space, seating & interior room

How much the Fulvia holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.

Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.

Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

Lancia Fulvia tire size, oil type & owner specs

The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.

Wheels & tires
Wheel sizeby VIN
Tire sizeby VIN
Bolt patternby trim
Tire pressure32–36 PSI
Engine oil
Oil typeFull synthetic
Gradeon oil cap
Capacityby engine
Battery
Main battery12V · group by trim
Key-fob cellCR2032
Wiper blades
Front bladesby generation
Rear bladeif equipped
Fuses
Fuse boxeshood + dash
Diagramon box lid
Light bulbs
Headlightby trim
Tail / brakeby trim
Fogif equipped

Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.

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What MPG does the Lancia Fulvia get?

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What engines does the Lancia Fulvia have? Power & range

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How much does a Lancia Fulvia cost to own?

A Lancia Fulvia depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Check what a used Fulvia is worth today or browse current used-market prices before you buy or sell. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.

80%
Value @ 1 yr
61%
Value @ 3 yrs
46%
Value @ 5 yrs
Est. 5-yr fuel
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$
AgeValue retainedEst. resale valueLost to depreciation
Year 180%$24,000−$6,000
Year 270%$21,000−$9,000
Year 361%$18,300−$11,700
Year 453%$15,900−$14,100
Year 546%$13,800−$16,200
ROWS 5·SOURCE ForCar estimate

What goes into the five-year cost to own:

  • Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Fulvia loses about 54% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
  • Fuel — based on EPA economy at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
  • Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Fulvia ages.
  • Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.

Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.

Is the Lancia Fulvia safe?

NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Fulvia yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.

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How many miles does a Lancia Fulvia last?

A well-maintained Lancia Fulvia typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain.

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Check your Lancia Fulvia’s VIN — history, recalls & specs

Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.

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All Lancia Fulvia model years

A year-by-year snapshot of the Lancia Fulvia — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.

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YearRecallsBest MPGSafety
2026 Fulvia0
2025 Fulvia0
2024 Fulvia0
2023 Fulvia0
2022 Fulvia0
2021 Fulvia0
2020 Fulvia0
2019 Fulvia0
2018 Fulvia0
2017 Fulvia0
2016 Fulvia0
2015 Fulvia0
2014 Fulvia0
2013 Fulvia0
2012 Fulvia0
2011 Fulvia0
2010 Fulvia0
2009 Fulvia0
2008 Fulvia0
2007 Fulvia0
2006 Fulvia0
2005 Fulvia0
2004 Fulvia0
2003 Fulvia0
2002 Fulvia0
2001 Fulvia0
2000 Fulvia0
1999 Fulvia0
1998 Fulvia0
1997 Fulvia0
1996 Fulvia0
1995 Fulvia0
ROWS 32·SOURCE NHTSA + EPA

Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).

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Frequently asked questions

What are the worst years for the Fulvia?

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Lancia Fulvia.

How many recalls does the Fulvia have?

0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1995–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.

How many miles does a Fulvia last?

A well-maintained Fulvia typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.

Is the Fulvia reliable?

We're still compiling NHTSA data for the Lancia Fulvia — its ForCar Reliability Score will appear once that data is in.

What's the Lancia Fulvia warranty?

New Lancia models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Lancia dealer.

Where is the Lancia Fulvia made?

The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Fulvia's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Lancia may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.

How much ground clearance does the Fulvia have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.

Data sourced from NHTSA (recalls, complaints, safety ratings) and EPA fueleconomy.gov (MPG). Best/worst-year analysis is ForCar's own aggregation of complaint volume. Last updated Jul 2026. — ForCar Editorial Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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