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2017 Fiat 500X problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 23 complaints on file for the 2017 Fiat 500X — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

23

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2017 compare to other 500X years?

500X NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted261 complaints2016: 261 complaints2017: 23 complaints2018: 22 complaints2019: 6 complaints2020: 3 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 4 complaints2023: 0 complaints
500X NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 Fiat 500X problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine626%
Electrical System626%
Other313%
Brakes29%
Body & Structure29%
Seat Belts14%
Steering14%
Transmission14%
Driver Assistance14%

Does the 2017 Fiat 500X have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

17V146000Tires & WheelsMarch 7, 2017 · 297 units

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THE CAR STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY IN THE MIAMI TURNPIKE, DRIVE MODE NOT AVAILABLE WENT ON, ALSO ABS, PARKING AND ENGINE LIGHTS WENT ON. IT WAS SCARY BECAUSE STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT PREVIOUS NOTICE. WE ALMOST HAVE AN ACCIDENT. IT HAPPENS THE SAME IN 2015, SAME MODEL IN TAMPA HIGHWAY.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 8, 2019

“THE CAR STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY IN THE MIAMI TURNPIKE, DRIVE MODE NOT AVAILABLE WENT ON, ALSO ABS, PARKING AND ENGINE LIGHTS WENT ON. IT WAS SCARY BECAUSE STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT PREVIOUS NOTICE. WE ALMOST HAVE AN ACCIDENT. IT HAPPENS THE SAME IN 2015, SAME MODEL IN TAMPA HIGHWAY.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 8, 2019

“My Fiat 500 x only has 28k miles on it, and it is a manual transmission. While driving, it will not shift into the upper gears. I was told that it needs a new transmission. This seems to be the same issue that the same make and model Fiats from 2016 have been recalled for. Mine is a 2017, but it…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 20, 2023

“ON JANUARY 9TH, 2018 I LEASED A NEW 2017 FIAT 500X FROM FIAT AUTO GALLERY VAN NUYS AT 5711 VAN NUYS BLVD, VAN NUYS, CA 91401. TWO WEEKS LATER WHILE WASHING MY CAR FOR THE FIRST TIME, I NOTICED SOME CLOUDY SPOTS ON THE CAR'S EXTERIOR PAINT (3 SPOTS) AND WHAT APPEARED TO BE A BURN SPOT ON THE LEFT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · January 21, 2018

“THE CAR STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY IN THE MIAMI TURNPIKE, DRIVE MODE NOT AVAILABLE WENT ON, ALSO ABS, PARKING AND ENGINE LIGHTS WENT ON. IT WAS SCARY BECAUSE STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT PREVIOUS NOTICE. WE ALMOST HAVE AN ACCIDENT. IT HAPPENS THE SAME IN 2015, SAME MODEL IN TAMPA HIGHWAY.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · February 8, 2019

2017 Fiat 500X — common questions

Is the 2017 Fiat 500X reliable?

The record is thin — 23 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2017 500X problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (6 complaints), engine (6 complaints), other (3 complaints).

Does the 2017 Fiat 500X have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2017 Fiat 500X. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Fiat 500X years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 500X years to avoid are 2016. The cleanest record among 500X years belongs to 2023.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.