2016 Fiat 500X Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Fiat 500X.
Worst 2016 Fiat 500X Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Fiat 500X.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 51 | — | 1 | 46,585 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 48 | — | — | 51,478 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 44 | — | 2 | 42,319 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 13 | — | 1 | 43,892 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 10 | — | — | 49,383 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 10 | — | — | 34,820 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | — | — | 55,717 mi | |
| Body Structure | 6 | — | — | 44,000 mi | |
| Brakes | 5 | — | — | 39,575 mi | |
| Airbags | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Evaporative Emissions:Hoses/Valves/Sensors | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door:Handle:Exterior | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2016 Fiat 500X
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~329,540 vehicles.
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.
Other Fiat 500X Years
2016 Fiat 500X — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2016 Fiat 500X reliable?
What are common problems with the 2016 Fiat 500X?
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Does the 2016 Fiat 500X have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2016 Fiat 500X?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Fiat 500X reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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