2017 Fiat 500x problems
The Fiat 500X (Type 334) is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Stellantis (formerly Fiat Chrysler Automobiles), since its debut at the 2014 Paris Motor Show. Following the 500L, and produced from 2014 (from 2016 model year for US), the 500X is closely related to the Jeep Renegade. Both are manufactured at FCA's SATA Plant in Melfi, Italy.
Specifications
The 500X is based on the Small Wide 4×4 architecture, a platform evolved from the GM Fiat Small platform used for the Fiat Grande Punto and Fiat 500L.
The Fiat 500X is available with several engines with optional all-wheel drive with most. At launch, engines available outside of North America included: one gasoline, the turbocharged 1.4 MultiAir2, and two MultiJet turbodiesels displacing 1.6 and 2.0 litres.
In North America, the Fiat 500X features:
- A 1
- A normally aspirated 2
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Common 2017 Fiat 500x problems
The Fiat 500X, a compact SUV produced by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, has faced a number of common problems reported by owners of the 2017 model. These issues span across various components of the vehicle, including the engine, electrical system, transmission, exterior accessories, brakes, and daytime lights.
- Electrical Problems: Several complaints have been filed regarding continuous electrical issues during ownership of the 2017 Fiat 500X. These issues include batteries needing to be replaced several times, headlamps intermittently losing power, and infotainment systems failing. These problems can affect the overall functionality and convenience of the vehicle, as well as potentially impact safety during nighttime driving.
- Transmission Problems: Transmission issues have been reported in the 2017 Fiat 500X, with some owners experiencing complete transmission failure. Additionally, reverse synchronizer failure has been mentioned, with one owner reporting that the issue occurred at just 15,000 miles. These problems can impact the drivability and safety of the vehicle, as well as potentially lead to high repair costs.
- Exterior Accessory Problems: The most common exterior accessory failure in the 2017 Fiat 500X is the driver's door handle, which has been known to fall off with use. This issue can affect the overall functionality and convenience of the vehicle, as well as potentially impact safety during entry and exit of the vehicle.
- Brake Problems: The electronic parking brake has been reported as the top brake problem for the 2017 Fiat 500X. This issue can cause the parking brake to get stuck in the locked position, immobilizing the vehicle and potentially impacting safety. Transmission slipping has also been reported as a top brake problem, which can impact the drivability and safety of the vehicle.
- Daytime Lights Problems: Daytime lights not operating properly has been reported as a common concern in the 2017 Fiat 500X. This issue can affect the visibility and safety of the vehicle during daytime driving.
It is important to note that these issues may not affect every 2017 Fiat 500X, and some problems may have been addressed through recalls or software updates. However, potential buyers and current owners should be aware of these common problems and consider them when making decisions about purchasing or maintaining the vehicle.
What is the most common problem with the Fiat 500X?
There are many common problems with the Fiat 500X, with the top reported including engine problems, electrical problems, and transmission problems. According to the most recent data, the 2016 model year has received the most complaints.
Is Fiat 500X a reliable car?
Although Fiat's poor reliability reputation has been improving recently, the Fiat 500X came last in the reliability and build quality category out of the 75 cars featured in our 2018 Driver Power survey. We'd hope that the new, more modern engines will help the car's reliability record in the future.
Are Fiat 500X expensive to maintain?
The annual maintenance cost of a Fiat 500X is $503.
What is the best model of Fiat 500X?
Best Fiat 500X for...
- Best for Economy – Fiat 500X City Cross 1.0 FireFly Turbo 120hp. ...
- Best for Families – Fiat 500X City Cross 1.0 FireFly Turbo 120hp. ...
- Best for Performance – Fiat 500X City Cross 1.3 FireFly Turbo 150hp. ...
- One to Avoid – Fiat 500X Urban 1.6 E-Torq. ...
- Trim City Cross. ...
- Engine FireFly Turbo 1.3 150hp.
2017 Fiat 500x car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Fiat 500x problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Structure problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2017 Fiat 500x vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2017 Fiat 500x complaints
The NHTSA has received 13 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Fiat 500x.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-29
- VIN: ZFBCFXABXHP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: February 2023 the Fiat breaks and transmission locked up and all of the lights on the dashboard started flashing in the middle of the road. filed claim with geico. turned out to be a leak somewhere in the body frame of the car which leaked water into the RF module of the car causing water damage inside the RF module causing the car transmission to lock up emergency brake lockup and all lights flashing and horn beeping uncontrollably. Geico paid Fiat dealership to replace RF module but not the leak. again in September 2023 this happened in the middle of busy [XXX]. the car completely locked up and screeched to a halt on the interstate nearly causing a crash. The car was taken back to the same dealership. they determined the RF module had water damage again caused by a leak. Geico refused to pay anything for repairs this time. after speaking with Fiat customer service representative, Fiat agreed to pay for diagnosis of leak, location and repair of leak and replacement of RF module. [XXX] the dealership said they found the leak. The leak was located somewhere on the back portion of the car. there was a crack on both sides of the back portion of the car. [XXX] the dealership cannot find the leak. The dealership wants to give the car back. we are terrified to drive the car because it could lock up at any moment again for a third time. after research, we discovered this leak into the RF module has happened many times in the Fiats around the world including UK. this car was purchased brand new by my [XXX] who cannot afford to buy another car and is terrified to drive this car. after posting the malfunction on YouTube, we discovered other people are having the same issue with Fiat. it sounds like a manufacturer defect somewhere in the welding or weather stripping. we have no idea. the dealership took photos of crack, leak. location, attached INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-20
- VIN: ZFBCFXAH0HP
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 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 has the same issue and should be recalled, as well.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-09
- VIN: ZFBCFXDB4HP
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Vehicle shuts off while driving. The oil light is almost always on even after getting oil changes.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-11
- VIN: ZFBCFXAB3HP
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Fiat 500x. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would suddenly stall. After restarting the engine, the vehicle would operate as normal. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who discovered no engine oil was present inside the engine. The contact indicated that the engine oil had continued to be low shortly after oil changes were performed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but no failure was determined. The vehicle was later serviced at the dealer for an oil consumption test as part of a manufactures service campaign. No further information was available. The manufacturer was not contacted regarding the failures. The failure mileage was 1500.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-27
- VIN: ZFBCFXCB4HP
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: THIS CAR IN BETWEN OIL CHANGES BURN THE OIL COMPLETE. WE TALK ABOUT 4 / 6 MONTHS. THE FIRST TIME MY WIFE DRIVE THE CAR AND THE MOTOR STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET, VERY DANGERUS. AFTER APROX. 6 MONTHS LATER BEFORE CHANGE THE OIL BURN ONE MORE TIME AND THE MOTOR WAS EMPTY, NO OIL. IN BOTH CASES I ADD OIL IN ORDER TO MOVE THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE DEALERSHIP HAVE SERVICE BOLLETIN, THEY CHECK THE CAR, THEY SAID IS NORMAL FOR THIS CAR. SOMEBODY NEED DIE IN ORDER TO THE DEALERSHIP RECOGNAIZE IS A REAL PROBLEM.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-11
- VIN: ZFBCFXDB1HP
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: THE FORWARD COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM DOES NOT FUNCTION AT ALL. TOOK IT TO TWO DIFFERENT FIAT DEALERS AND SINCE THERE ARE NO CODES SYSTEM OPERATING, BUT DOES NOT WORK AT ALL.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-11
- VIN: ZFBCFXCB1HP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: MY VEHICLE HAS ABRUPTLY SHUT OFF ON MY TWICE NOW. THE FIRST TIME, I HAD JUST MADE A TURN FROM A BUSY INTERSECTION NEAR MY HOME WHEN THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP. THOUGH THE CAR STOPPED MOVING, NONE OF THE ELECTRICAL FUNCTIONS OF WOULD SHUT OFF. I HAD TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY TO MAKE IT SHUT OFF. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO THE CAR DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE, AND THEY RETURNED THE CAR TO ME, DOING NOTHING BECAUSE THE ISSUE DIDN'T HAPPEN WHEN THEY STARTED THE CAR A DAY LATER. FAST FORWARD SEVERAL WEEKS, THE CAR STOPPED -- THIS TIME ON THE FINAL SPACE OF A BRIDGE. BY THE GRACE OF GOD, WE COASTED TO THE BOTTOM OF THE BRIDGE WHERE THE CAR STOPPED COMPLETELY. AGAIN, THE CAR WOULDN'T SHUT OFF, BUT IT JUST DIDN'T MOVE. I HAD TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY. THIS TIME, I LEFT THE CAR WHERE IT WAS, AND I RETURNED TO PICK UP THE CAR 24 HOURS LATER. THE CAR STARTED AND RAN JUST FINE. I THEN HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP BECAUSE I WAS FEELING UNCOMFORTABLE DRIVING IT. THEY HAVE KEPT THE CAR FOR FOUR DAYS, AND THEY CALLED ME TO SAY THEY DIDN'T DO ANYTHING BECAUSE THEY CAN'T FIGURE OUT WHAT'S WRONG WITH IT. BECAUSE THERE'S AN OUTSTANDING RECALL (AND, COINCIDENTALLY, AN ENSUING CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT) ON THE CAR, THEY TOLD ME THEY WOULD INITIATE THE RECALL ACTION. THIS IS TWO PART ACTION -- I BELIEVE -- BECAUSE FIAT HAS NO INTENTIONS OF PAYING FOR THESE REPAIRS. I DO NOT KNOW IF THIS IS WHAT IS WRONG WITH MY CAR, BUT THE MECHANIC DID INDICATE THAT THE OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE MANIFESTS ITSELF IN THE WAYS I HAVE DESCRIBED. SO I HAVE TO KEEP MY CAR FOR 1,500 TO 1,700 MILES AND THEN ONLY RETURN TO THE DEALERSHIP IF I BELIEVE IT'S THE OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE. I'M NOT SURE HOW I'M SUPPOSED TO DETERMINE THAT. ADDITIONALLY, BECAUSE WE'RE IN A PANDEMIC, AND I WFH, IT WILL TAKE ME TEN+ MONTHS TO ACCRUE THAT MANY DRIVE MILES.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-22
- VIN: ZFBCFXET5GP
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: SERVICE TRANSMISSION LIGHT APPEARS FOLLOWED BY "DRIVE MODE UNAVAILABLE." WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE VEHICLE IS BASICALLY IN "NEUTRAL." THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE DRIVING, INCLUDING CITY STREETS AND ON A 65 MPH HIGHWAY. THE ONLY RECOURSE IS TO IMMEDIATELY PULL OVER (WHILE DRIFTING) AND TURN THE CAR OFF AND ON SEVERAL TIMES UNTIL THE DISPLAY CLEARS. FIAT SERVICE UPDATED VEHICLE CONTROL MODULES TO NO AVAIL. TCM WAS REPLACED TO NO AVAIL.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-08
- VIN: ZFBCFXDB3HP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: 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.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-03
- VIN: ZFBCFXDB1HP
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE SEAT BELT WILL NOT BUCKLE. BUT SHOWS THAT IT IS BUCKLED.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-21
- VIN: ZFBCFXCB8HP
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: 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 PASSENGER DOOR. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER INFORMED ME THAT IT WAS A MANUFACTURING ISSUE THAT NEEDED TO BE HANDLED BY FIAT. THEY TOOK PICTURES AND WERE SUPPOSED TO CONTACT THE APPROPRIATE DEPARTMENT AT FIAT TO HANDLE MY CASE. AFTER SEVERAL WEEKS OF NO ACTIVITY, I CALLED CUSTOMER SERVICE AT FIAT DIRECTLY AND HAD THEM OPEN A CASE FOR ME. THE CASE AGENT COORDINATED WITH THE DEALERSHIP TO SEND THE PICTURES TO THE APPROPRIATE DEPARTMENT AT FIAT, AN INSPECTOR CAME OUT TO INSPECT MY VEHICLE AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT IN FACT, MY CAR'S PAINT HAD A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT. THIS WAS DETERMINED BACK IN APRIL AND FIAT HAS FAILED TO RESOLVE MY CASE. I HAVE CALLED SEVERAL TIMES AND HAVE BEEN LIED TO REPEATEDLY THAT SOMEONE WOULD BE IN TOUCH WITH ME TO EITHER REPLACE MY VEHICLE OR HAVE ME TURN IN THE VEHICLE FOR A FULL REFUND. IT HAS BEEN 10 MONTHS SINCE I ALERTED FIAT OF THE ISSUE AND THEY REFUSE TO RESOLVE MY CASE.
STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-01
- VIN: ZFBCFXAB4HP
- Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: I HAVE HAD SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS THAT HAVE COME ON SEVERAL DIFFERENT TIMES WHILE IN MOTION AND WHILE PARKED SINCE I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE A FEW MONTHS AGO. SERVICE ABS, DYNAMIC STEERING TORQUE, SERVICE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE, SERVICE HILL HOLD CONTROL. THE FIRST TIME THESE LIGHTS CAME ON I TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY SAID THE LIGHTS DIDN'T COME ON DURING THE WEEK THEY HAD IT. SINCE THEN THE LIGHTS HAVE COME ON SEVERAL DAYS WHILE DRIVING ON THE CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-07
- VIN: ZFBCFYDB2HP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: REAR LIFT GATE UNEXPECTEDLY UNLATCHES. THIS HAPPENS WHEN PASSIVE LOCKING AND UNLOCKING IS ACTIVATED. THIS HAPPENS SOMETIMES WHILE THE CAR IS RUNNING AND CAN HAPPEN WHEN VEHICLE IS STATIONARY OR MOVING
2017 Fiat 500x recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2017 Fiat 500x.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
- Summary: 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.
Negative 2017 Fiat 500x car reviews
Positive 2017 Fiat 500x car reviews
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After owning my 500x Trekking Plus for over a year now, I can confidently say that I love it even more. It has served us well, and we've gone on several road trips and even started a new business with it (Online Antiques and a booth in Vero Beach). Fiat is a great value, and it gets a bad rap due to its connection to Mopar. However, in my year of owning the car, the only thing that failed was a Chrysler-sourced MOPAR design fan assembly that Fiat (FCA) took care of immediately. My experience with the dealer's customer service was above par, and FCA was great. They told me it was imperative to get the car back into the dealer, and they had the car for three weeks (due to parts delay), but they rented another car for me, and I paid nothing. So, my Fiat has been 100% reliable, except for the American part that failed. But she is back running better than ever, and I have no complaints. Due to an unknown injury, I came down with severe sciatica in my left leg and hip. My doctor said it was probably exacerbated by twisting in and out of my low-to-the-ground 2013 Mazda MX5. So, I was on the hunt for something that was easy to get into. By far, and I have owned 25 cars now in my lifetime as a 55-year-old man, the Fiat 500 X is the most comfortable car I have ever driven. Plus, even after having Mercedes and BMWs, I find its electronics, infotainment system, and build quality superior. Fiat is right up there with Mazda in their top-of-the-line cars, giving consumers the most bang for the buck you can possibly get for under 30,000. Even a basic Fiat comes with creature comforts that you don't see in other cars, like fully automatic headlamps. Such a minor thing, but a nicety nonetheless.My Fiat 500 X Trekking Plus is top-of-the-line and is only missing one option, the all-wheel-drive feature. Unfortunately, it's next to impossible to get in Florida for some reason, and none of the dealers are ordering it. But never mind, my car comforts me with the heated seats, leather, cornering lamps (which are amazing, like personal luxury cars of yesteryear), dual pane panoramic sunroof, Beats stereo, navigation, back up cam, crash sonar...omg the list goes on! It's going to take me probably two weeks to figure out how to operate every single feature this car has. And with all the geegaws comes a glass smooth ride with none of that herky-jerky transmission stuff that other people talk about, and the solid feel that you get when you shut a BMW door...that wonderful muffled thunk. Plus, my dealer extends the warranty to 10 years 100,000 miles! I think that Fiat is undervalued, and this car is a game changer for the Fiat brand in America. I want to address some of the bad reviews this car gets. In reading them, I find the people who write negative comments about the car's transmission, hesitation, etc. are probably bad drivers or have expectations that could not be met by a crossover. In owning my car and having driven several others in its class, the Fiat 500x offers the best value. For instance, the 500x Trekking Plus has a power seat, the Mazda CX3 doesn't. It's not available. The CX3 gets praise from auto journalists, but it's based on the old Mazda 2 which was a dog and sold poorly. So much for objectivity, the Mazda 2 has been dropped. Also, to write a review based on simply driving a rental should not be allowed! Rental cars get beat to Hades and back. The 500x takes getting used to. I had to learn how the electric parking brake works; it's not the most intuitive thing. But the 500x truly is a fun, well-built rig.
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We've only had our 500X AWD for a month, but we're already impressed with how well it handles the curves in the mountains of NC/TN. The AWD system also seems to handle the rain better than our FWD Corolla. Some reviews mention issues with shifting, but we found that switching to 'sport' mode provides more responsive shifting when needed. The front seats aren't the most comfortable, but for a compact SUV, they're manageable. Our only real complaint is with the factory navigation system - we've had trouble finding an update for it online. While Google Maps is up to date, we'd prefer to use the factory hands-free system. We're looking forward to seeing how the AWD holds up this fall and winter.
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I've owned my 500X Lounge for 7 years and have just over 58,000 miles, and I couldn't be happier! I absolutely love driving this car! The car has been incredibly reliable, and the only repair I needed was to replace the radiator, which was covered under my extended warranty. FIAT has been excellent about addressing any issues with a few recalls over the years. One of the few complaints I had about the car was that there was excessive vibration at idle, so FIAT issued a TSB where the motor mounts could be replaced at no cost. I went to my dealership, Bill Luke FIAT, and they replaced it without question. Since then, the car feels like a completely different vehicle. The car starts smoother, and all the vibration is gone. Other than that, the only low points are that fuel economy is just okay, while the car is by no means fast, and the transmission is slow to downshift. Cargo space is limited with its sloped back design, and the ride can get a little bouncy. However, the high points are much more. The car drives very nicely and has a great feel to it. You feel well connected to the car and to the road. The car is smooth, quiet, and handles well, but all that improved significantly more when I replaced my factory Nexen tires with Pirelli Cinturato P7s. The seats are really comfortable and help alleviate my back pain. The driving position is just right. The car has a lot of features, and they all work well, and the materials and build quality have exceeded my expectations. My dealer, Bill Luke FIAT, has been fantastic! I would strongly encourage anyone to buy one of these.
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I had a great time driving the Fiat 500X during my recent trip, even though I also tried my friend's Mazda 3 (which was also a rental) during the same period. I really enjoyed the free-revving engine, confidence-inspiring handling, and steering. The only downsides were the expected lack of interior space and a slightly jerky transmission at times on some modes. I also shot a video during the trip, which you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZ8pY-3twms. Of course, my reliability rating is based solely on my rental period, but the car was almost like new with only a few scratches both inside and out (unlike a regular Fiat 500 I rented some time back, which had a broken seat folding lever and a couple of loose parts at around 45000 miles).
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After test driving all the cars in this class, I found that nothing compared to the 500X. It's an excellent quality car, great value for money, and it fits me like a glove. I read some reviews that mentioned it being cramped and some complaints about the way it shifts, but as someone who is only 5 feet tall, I have no issues with the room. The power delivery is very smooth and more than enough for this class of car. It's very comfortable both in town and on the freeway. I'm not worried about reliability either, as I also own a 500C and have never had any issues with it. While Fiat may not be the most popular brand, I love driving something unique that I don't see everywhere I go. Plus, I'm getting great mileage to boot! :)
Additional sources
More sources of information about 2017 Fiat 500x problems:
2017 FIAT 500X Problems | Kelley Blue Book
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Unreliable Vehicles To Avoid: Fiat 500X | Endurance Warranty
Oct 30, 2023 ... 7 Common Issues Raised by Fiat 500X Owners · 1. Engine Problems · 2. Electrical Problems · 3. Transmission Problems · 4. Exterior Accessory Problems.
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May 22, 2020 ... Also, what are some common problems with these cars? She's specifically looking at a 2016-2017 Trekking. Upvote 2. Downvote 11 comments. Share.
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Mar 16, 2017 ... 500x rolls more (as you'd expect) and isn't as pretty. Just my thoughts having owned cars with both engines. Last edited: Mar 16, 2017.
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Emerald Luettgen 2025-01-11
I named my Fiat 500x Bambino and it's been a great drive! The acceleration, especially in sport mode, is awesome and the shifting is smooth. However, during the summers, the a/c vents are few and the circulation is poor, making it a bit uncomfortable. Unfortunately, I've had some issues with my car breaking down three times in the last three years, which is a shame. I'm currently searching for a new vehicle. It's important to be careful when driving in heavy rains as it may cause some issues. Overall, I've had a good experience with my Fiat 500x, but it's time for me to move on to something new.
Junius Hodkiewicz 2025-01-09
I bought my Fiat 500X Trek a few weeks ago and unfortunately experienced a breakdown during my drive home from the dealer. It shut off at 40 mph and was difficult to start afterwards. I followed my salesperson's advice and took it to the service department the next day, with the engine light on for the entire trip. The service tech explained that the computer was reading fault codes and self-correcting as it learns. Although this conclusion made me uneasy, I trusted my service manager's advice and left with instructions to return if any further problems arose. Later that day, I stopped for a soda and when I attempted to restart my vehicle, it wouldn't start. After several attempts, I called the service department back to report my problem, but was only able to leave a message. After waiting 20 minutes for their call back, I was able to start the motor successfully, but the engine light remained on and the car seemed to be running out of tune with little power. The service department finally returned my call and instructed me to return the vehicle again, which I did the very next day and was awarded a rental car. After about 8 days, I was advised that my Fiat had a new onboard body computer module installed and that it was fine and ready for pick up. I finally made my first successful trip home with this car. However, the very next day, the vehicle became difficult to start and remained in 3rd gear at all times, with the engine light on. So, again, I called the service department and was advised to have the vehicle towed, which I did with the assistance of the Fiat Roadside Assistance and a local towing service, and was awarded another rental vehicle. After several days, I was advised that there was a loose/corroded ground wire on the side of my transmission, which was repaired, and my vehicle was ready for pick up.I had a few issues with my vehicle in the past, but thankfully everything has been resolved. Although there were some unexpected shutdowns while driving, the service department was able to fix the problem. The staff were very helpful and did their best to assist me during the process. I'm happy to say that my new Fiat has been running smoothly for a couple of years now, with only minor issues such as the trim coming off. Overall, I'm satisfied with my experience and would recommend this line of cars to others.Leaving a very sticky substance underneath that seems to get on everything can be very annoying and make things look ugly. However, it starts and goes. I wouldn't purchase another one though. Good luck!
Regan Olson 2024-11-15
I bought my first car, a Fiat 500x, on October 26th, 2015. Unfortunately, the very next day, the car stalled and began smoking. The Electric E-Brake turned on, making it impossible to move the car from the street. To make matters worse, the steering wheel completely locked up, even though the car had only 81 miles on it. It took two hours for the tow truck to arrive and remove the car. The dealer it was sent to took two days to get back to me, which was past the 48-hour return policy. They informed me that a rod had shot through the engine, and that they needed to order a new engine for my new car. It took two weeks for the engine to arrive, and another week to have it put in. After the engine was installed, they tested the car and found that a new fuse and starter were needed. It took a week and a half to receive and install these parts. Finally, they tested the car again and found that a new air intake valve was needed. This added a little less than a full week to my already 4 weeks and 3 days in the shop for a problem that a new car should not be having.Finally, on December 4th, 2015, I received a call that my car was ready to be picked up. When I arrived at the dealership, the employees at the service center expressed their gratitude for my patience and understanding throughout the entire process. Although I had to call the dealership multiple times for updates, the woman I was dealing with was always polite and helpful. The dealership even called me a few times to check on the car after I received it. While I did have some frustrations with the company, I appreciate the efforts made by the dealership to make things right. I would recommend them to others.
Evert Von 2024-11-07
Firstly, I am sorry to hear about the issues you have experienced with your car. It sounds like you have had a difficult time with it. From what you have described, it seems like there have been a few recalls on the car since you purchased it. I can understand how frustrating this must be for you, especially with the safety concerns you have mentioned. Additionally, it is unfortunate that the tires blew out after only four months and that there was no spare in the car. I can imagine how inconvenient that must have been for you. Regarding the oil leak, it is concerning that the levels were low after a recent oil change. I hope that the dealership can determine the cause of this issue and resolve it for you. It is also unfortunate that you have had trouble with the keyless remote and the gas mileage has not met your expectations. I hope that Fiat can address these issues and provide a satisfactory resolution for you. Thank you for bringing these concerns to our attention, and we will do our best to assist you in resolving these issues.
Aaron Goodwin 2024-10-28
At 24113 miles and less than 2 years old, my vehicle began stalling after displaying numerous different warning lights. Unfortunately, over the course of 7 months, I was left stranded 11 times after stalling on the expressway and in town. Despite the dealership replacing a total of 5 new parts and returning it to me 'fixed', the issue persisted. Although I had a warranty for 5 years and had even extended it, I didn't want to trade my vehicle. I simply wanted FIAT to fix it. However, they refused to buy it back, give me a comparable vehicle, or acknowledge that it was a lemon and they couldn't figure out the problem. I had to trade it in and take a financial loss as I couldn't continue to put my family in harm's way. Unfortunately, my experience with FCA staff was not helpful and my entire experience with FIAT was horrible. However, I must say that the local dealership did as Chrysler/Fiat directed them and they actually stepped up to offer more on a trade than usual and took the vehicle 'as-is', which was still not repaired. Although I will never purchase another FIAT or recommend it to others, I appreciate the effort made by the local dealership.