2016 Fiat 500 X
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 52 of 154 complaints (34%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (4) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,500–2,750 | 2,500–2,750 | 2,500–2,750 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–28 | 24–28 | 24–28 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 21–25 / 29–33 | 21–25 / 29–33 | 21–25 / 29–33 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 316–364 | 317–364 | 317–364 | |
| Complaints filed | 154 | 15 | 11 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Fiat 500 X have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Fiat 500 X?
Engine: 52 of 154 NHTSA complaints (34%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Fiat 500 X get?
EPA rates it 24–28 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Fiat 500 X?
EPA estimates $2,500–$2,750 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 25 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | $2,750 (high) | 316 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,500 (low) | 353 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | $2,600 | 364 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 52 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 48 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 7 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · Campaign 16V529000 · Jul 12, 2016
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200, Jeep Renegade, RAM ProMaster, and 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. On August 29, 2016 Chrysler added the 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles to this recall.
Consequence: If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module and the Transmission Control Module and if necessary replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S55.