2016 FIAT 500X: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 FIAT 500X: 1 recall, 154 owner complaints and up to 28 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #16V529000 · 2016 · 329,540 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (52): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (16), warning light on (16).
- Transmission & drivetrain (50): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (30), warning light on (10), stalls / loses power (9).
- Electrical (48): the most common themes are electrical failure (20), stalls / loses power (17).
- Other / unknown (33): the most common themes are electrical failure (8), stalls / loses power (7).
The 2016 FIAT 500X has 154 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 8 500X model years for complaints (6.6× the average 500X year). Complaints peaked in 2019 (29 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 40,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (15 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 33 | 28 | Premium |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 FIAT 500X have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2016 FIAT 500X. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 FIAT 500X problems?
Owners have filed 154 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (52), transmission & drivetrain (50), electrical (48).
What gas mileage does the 2016 FIAT 500X get?
EPA ratings run up to 28 mpg combined (1.4 L, Manual 6-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 FIAT 500X repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.