Ghost Linea Haunting us with padlock light...Even service centre people can't resolve the issue

Exterior

1. I loved it for the superb styling, now the updgraded front grille is my favourite.

2. Awesomely designed lights, tail lights are the best in class

3. Nobody could probably beat the boot space.

 

But the lights have gaps in the front and back and doesn't properly align with other parts.

My Linea TJet has gap b/w the front bonnet fenders and the lights. Dealer said its common with all Linea's and have seen most of them have these alignment issues. 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

 1. Nice space inside and a very comfortable driving position (I'm used to Swift and felt better with Linea).

2. Many mentioned issue for tall people although I myself didn't feel any issues, I'm 5'11 and fit comfortably in the back and front.

 

The interiors again have alignment issues near key,steering,center console.

The seat belt retractors were not functioning properly after 3years and need to be checked.

Lot of settings, no proper manual leaves you thrilled with lot of hidden features.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

 The engine and performance were quite good in Hyderabad like city and I faced no issues in years until suddenly one day the 'Linea Didn't Start'. Service centre has no clue of what's happening. A.V.Motors Hyderabad, authorised said might have to spend 14k on some internal part. And they themselves were not sure why?. padlock symbol, is ghostly and sometimes blinks during rainy season. I loved the car and now I literally want to scrap it for leaving in the middle of road with no clue.

Ride Quality & Handling

 The steering is a bit stiff, but on a whole never been straining in City.

On Highway and long drives It's a boon.

Final Words

 Good car. Badly documented,serviced.

Areas of improvement  

 Service is the worst nightmare if you're planning to buy fiat.

Recently read some news about aggresively improving customer service, in Sept2015 I don't see any improvement.

 

I'm a fan of the styling comes from FIAT, attracted me to buy Linea TJet.Awkwardly placed USB now being corrected. Engine ghostly issues. Service centres are not knowledgeab