2019 Fiat 500X Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 5, 2024 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 500X years
Not enough data 4th of 8 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Fiat 500X. That ranks 4th out of 8 500X model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is forward collision avoidance (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 5 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Fiat 500X
Fiat 500X 1.6 Pop Start 2017. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: RL GNZLZ from Chile, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2019 Fiat 500X problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Forward Collision Avoidance1 · ~5 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~5 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train1 · ~4,700 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~4,700 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Forward Collision Avoidance133%5——
Fuel/propulsion System133%5——
Fuel System, Gasoline133%———
Power Train133%4,700——
Vehicle Speed Control133%4,700——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2019 Fiat 500X recalls (2)

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Seat belts:front; air bags:frontalJul 3, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V510000 · 337,128 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2018-2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, 2019-2023 Fiat 500X, Jeep Renegade, and 2024 Fiat 500E vehicles. A seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, preventing the front seat air bag from deploying as intended.

Risk: A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will repair the connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning August 27, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 82B.

Air bags: air bag/restraint control module; electrical system:softwareApr 10, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V287000 · 25,004 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. Incorrect software may cause the occupant restraint controller (ORC) module to disable certain passive safety features.

Risk: Deactivated passive safety features can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC module software, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V42.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The problem started when i started the car for the first time it was showing a warning with the security system of the car, when i go to the gas station i tried to pump gas and the pump stops pumping and the car won't take the gas, throwing it outside, and spilling gas on the floor of the gas…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Nov 22, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11375776

Tl* the contact owns a 2019 fiat 500x. The contact stated while refueling the vehicle, gasoline spilled out onto the ground. The vehicle was taken to fiat & alfa romeo de san juan located at acuarela 59 - marginal martnez nadal, urb, muoz rivera, 00969, puerto rico, to be diagnosed. The contact was…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received May 15, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11324665

Tl* the contact owns a 2019 fiat 500x. The contact stated that while driving on the highway, the vehicle independently shifted out of drive and into neutral. The contact pulled over and re-shifted into drive and continued driving. After arriving to her destination, she attempted to park and the…

Power Train · received Feb 28, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11312009

Other Fiat 500X years

← 2018 500X · 2020 500X →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2023 500X01
2022 500X21
2021 500X01
2020 500X22
201932
2018 500X111
2017 500X151
2016 500X1541

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Fiat 500X?

Owners most often report forward collision avoidance, fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, forward collision avoidance, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Fiat 500X?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2019 Fiat 500X a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 500X model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.