Fiat Panda Fuel Flap Problem

Hey! Something similar happened on my Panda, though I can't remember the exact year. My fuel door just wouldn't pop open. I was fiddling with the key fob thinking it was some weird electrical thing since sometimes the car acts up if the battery is low in the fob. Did you check the fuses? It might be a simple fix, but honestly, it sounds like the release mechanism itself. Is it making any noise when you try to open it?

Thanks! I suspected an electrical issue given the intermittent nature. I'll check the fuses. When you had the issue, were there any error messages or other affected functions? Also, what do you mean by release mechanism?

No error messages for me, thankfully, and everything else seemed to work fine. By release mechanism, I mean the little motor or solenoid that pushes the fuel door open. It's probably jammed or dead. Unless you're comfortable with car electrics, take it to a workshop. They'll sort it out quick.

Thanks for the help. I checked the fuses and then had a technician inspect it. It was a defective lock actuator. The repair was 210€, including parts and labor. The fuel filler flap release is now working.