2020 Fiat 500X Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 500X years
- Not enough data 5th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Fiat 500X. That ranks 5th out of 8 500X model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 50%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
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- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 Fiat 500X problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2020 Fiat 500X recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seat belts:front; air bags:frontal
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.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. The right rear brake caliper could have been fractured during the casting process.
Risk: A cracked right rear brake caliper can fail, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE8.
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.
I have an open recall related to the activation system for the airbags. I have not had an event related to the recall at this time, however I am stationed in South Korea as an active duty member. My car is with me in South Korea, and there are no Fiat dealerships in country. I am set for a…
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Other Fiat 500X years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 500X | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 500X | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 500X | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 |
| 2019 500X | 3 | 2 |
| 2018 500X | 11 | 1 |
| 2017 500X | 15 | 1 |
| 2016 500X | 154 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Fiat 500X?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, electronic stability control (esc) problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Fiat 500X?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2020 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 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.