2017 Fiat 500x: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2017 Fiat 500x? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 15 complaints, with Engine Problems as the top reported area.
2017 Fiat 500x Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2017 Fiat 500X SUV 4WDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Fiat 500x has 15 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- 500x
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 15
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2017 Fiat 500x Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Electrical Faults, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2017 Fiat 500x?
The 2017 Fiat 500x looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2017 Fiat 500x
Inspection Focus
- Inspect engine for any reported issues such as stalling or loss of power.
- Check electrical system functionality, including infotainment and lighting.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and electrical repairs.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect engine for any reported issues such as stalling or loss of power.
- Check electrical system functionality, including infotainment and lighting.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 Fiat 500x, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 15 NHTSA complaints for the 2017 FIAT 500X, issues appear concentrated in the engine and electrical systems. No crash-related complaints were reported, but the data set is small, limiting confidence. One recall was issued for this model year.
- Engine problems account for the largest share of complaints (6 out of 15).
- Electrical faults are the second most reported issue (5 complaints).
- No crash-related complaints were filed for the 2017 model year.
- Engine Problems
- Electrical Faults
- Uncategorized Issues
All 2017 Fiat 500x Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Fiat 500x. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Fiat 500x. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I received a customer satisfaction notification from FCA US LLC stating they were recommending some improvements on my 2017 Fiat 500X equipped with a 2.4L engine. They had determined that some vehicles may have been consuming more oil than usual. We had noticed our car running lo…
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - The component that failed is the RFHM module in the rear driver side wheel well of the car. Due to water leaking into the car, the RFHM module is taking on water damage causi…
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 caus…
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 i…
Vehicle shuts off while driving. The oil light is almost always on even after getting oil changes.
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 ins…
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…
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.
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 MA…
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 DR…
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 HIGHWA…
THE SEAT BELT WILL NOT BUCKLE. BUT SHOWS THAT IT IS BUCKLED.
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 …
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 LIGH…
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
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Fiat 500x.
2017 Fiat 500x Recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Fiat 500x. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2017 Fiat 500x Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Fiat 500x reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 15 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2017 Fiat 500x looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Fiat 500x?▾
#1: Engine Problems (6 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (5 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (3 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Fiat 500x?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Fiat 500x?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Fiat 500x, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 15 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Fiat 500x have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2017 Fiat 500x. A major recall area is TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2017 Fiat 500x?▾
The 2017 Fiat 500x looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Fiat 500x reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.