2017 Fiat 500 X
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 6 of 15 complaints (40%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 154 in 2016 to 15 in 2017.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2017 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 2017 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 2017 Fiat 500 X?
Engine: 6 of 15 NHTSA complaints (40%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Fiat 500 X get?
EPA rates it 24–28 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 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) | 317 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 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 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)
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS · Campaign 17V146000 · Mar 8, 2017
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Fiat 500X vehicles. When the vehicle has a tire with low tire pressure, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Consequence: Driving a vehicle with an underinflated tire may result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T16.