2018 FIAT 500X: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 FIAT 500X: 1 recall, 11 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.
Electrical Vehicle recall #18V524000 · 2018 · 12,779 vehicles
What's wrong: The powertrain control module May be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that May fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Why it matters: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (7): the most common themes are excess oil use (3), stalls / loses power (3).
- Electrical (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (4): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (2).
- Brakes (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 FIAT 500X has 11 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 8 500X model years for complaints (well below the 23 average). Complaints peaked in 2023 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 17,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (15 complaints, 1 recalls), 2019 (3 complaints, 2 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 2018 FIAT 500X have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2018 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 2018 FIAT 500X problems?
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (7), electrical (5), transmission & drivetrain (4).
What gas mileage does the 2018 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 2018 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.