Yes, it was ALL of the binnacle display that was unlit.
It was as if no key had been inserted. Totally blank even though the engine was running happily.
Out yesterday, started a few times, and all was fine. I'm going to continue to start with no seatbelt, no clutch, in neutral, and straight to AVV ........... just like all the other cars I've driven over the last 45years.
Regards,
Mick.
Mick i don`t think it`s anything to do with starting the car ,there have been several reports on here of display binnacles failing ,it could even be a simple connection issue, some on here have had it only light up in certain areas see below ,
https://www.fiatforum.com/500-usa/322516-dashboard-displaying-nonsense-information.html
https://www.fiatforum.com/500/357833-dead-500-instrument-panel.html