First generation
2016 Fiat 500X
The most reported problem on the 2016 Fiat 500X is stalling, with 29 complaints, usually around 47,000 miles.
- 154owner complaints
- 1recalls
- 3involved a crash
- 40,000median miles at failure
Newest report Jun 26, 2026 · checked Oct 2, 2026
What is your 500X doing?
Each one opens a sheet built from the owner reports of that problem on the 2016 model year.
Is the 2016 Fiat 500X reliable?
The 2016 Fiat 500X has 154 owner complaints on file with NHTSA, below the median of 248 for 2016 SUVs on this site. Of the 3 500X model years since 2016, it has the most complaints. Complaint counts rise with sales as well as faults, so read what owners report below before deciding.
At a glance
- Next to the 2017
- At 14 complaints for each year on the road, the 2016 runs 9.3 times the 2017 (2). That's the only adjacent model year with enough complaints to set beside it.
- Top problem
- No problem dominates. The largest, stalling, covers 29 of the 154 complaints (19%), and infotainment is next with 15 (one complaint can fall under more than one problem, so these overlap). A quarter of the 20 owners who gave a mileage for stalling saw it by about 33,000 miles, and half by about 47,000.
- Crash, fire and injury reports
- 5 of the 154 complaints (3%) report a crash, a fire or an injury, a little under the 6% typical of vehicles on this site. Counted separately (one report can carry more than one), 3 reports mention a crash, 3 mention a fire and 4 people were hurt.
- Recalls behind the top problems
- No recall on file is on the same system as stalling. For those, the complaints are all there is.
- When owners filed
- Filings peaked in 2020 at 29 (full calendar years only). In 2025 there were 7. So far in 2026, 8 more have come in.
When each problem shows up
Each bar covers the middle half of the mileages owners reported for that problem. A quarter saw it earlier, a quarter later. The tick is the median. Most reported: engine stalls or loses power while driving, 29 complaints.
middle half of reports, median tick. The heavier grey bars have 75 or more reports.
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How this compares
154 complaints is 1.6 times fewer than the median 2016 model on this site and 1.6 times fewer than the median 2016 SUV. Among the 1 500X model years here it ranks 1st for complaints. Counts follow sales volume as much as reliability, so a truck that sells 700,000 a year draws more reports than a sedan that sells 200,000.
Service bulletins for the 2016 Fiat 500X
Fiat filed 229 bulletins and other notices with NHTSA that list the 2016 Fiat 500X. 26 of them deal with a problem owners have reported on this car. Newest first.
Federal rules make a manufacturer send NHTSA a copy of any notice about a defect that goes to more than one dealer or owner. Most of these are service bulletins, the repair instructions manufacturers send to dealers. NHTSA generally leaves safety recall bulletins out of this file, and recalls are listed separately.
Infotainment, screen or backup camera fails 8 bulletins · 15 complaints
RADIO [RES] New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF".
RA2 RJ2 RG2 RL2 and RM2 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio with the latest available software.
6 more on this problem
RF Hub Module DTC, U1765-87 "RFHM (Radio Frequency Hub Module) - Missing Message" may appear in a stored state on a ignition power cycle. No troubleshooting or parts replacement is necessary if this code is stored as the system is functioning to design.
RA4 RG4 RJ4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio software. Customers may experience one or more of the following: · **Uconnect Apps are missing (16 MY BU, RRT portion, US market only).
RA4 RG4 RJ4 RADIO ENHANCEMENTS THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES UPDATING THE RADIO SOFTWARE. CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: · **CHARACTER MISSING ON THE KEYBOARD WITH CYRILLIC ALPHABET (FOR EU MARKET ONLY).
RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and, if required, updating the radio software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: · Navigation failed message is displayed.
RA4 RG4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radios software. Customers may experience one or more of the following: · Poor quality of German translations. · Acoustic warning missing when approaching a speed camera.
Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the RFHM software. The customer may experience one or both of the following conditions: · Passive entry light on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1053-64 RFHM (Keyless ...
Battery dies or the car will not start 3 bulletins · 14 complaints
Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
1 more on this problem
Keyfob 2016 Vehicle Keyfobs with Passive Entry Keyless Go Feature - Engineering is investigating a keyfob unable to program or no function or low keyfob coin battery condition.~ Prior to replacing keyfob on MY16 vehicles, please contact Raja Charabuddi on ...
Transmission shudders, slips or shifts hard 1 bulletin · 12 complaints
Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders
Check engine light or misfire 6 bulletins · 11 complaints
wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
CEL, Check Engine Lamp On, DTC P0339 Crankshaft Position Sensor Intermittent
4 more on this problem
2.4L Ignition Coil Boot Replacement This bulletin involves replacing all four ignition coil insulating boots. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination.
Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached.
Flash: ABS Module Electronic Parking Brake Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module software.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0113 The wiring at the connector of the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor may be compromised due to wire strain causing DTCs.
Engine overheats or leaks coolant 2 bulletins · 9 complaints
Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant
Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
Burns oil or oil level rises 4 bulletins · 6 complaints
2.4L Excessive Oil Consumption XS1 Warranty Extension The customer may describe one or more of the following: ● Oil pressure low indicator lamp illumination between oil changes.
2.4L Excessive Oil Consumption XB1 Warranty Extension The customer may describe one or more of the following: ● Oil pressure low indicator lamp illumination between oil changes. ● Excessive oil consumption.
2 more on this problem
2.4L Engine Oil Consumption Test The customer may comment that the vehicles engine oil level is low or they need to add oil between oil change intervals and no visible signs of oil leaking from the engine.
2.4L Engine Oil Consumption Test This bulletin involves performing an oil consumption verification test. The customer may comment that the vehicles engine oil level is low or they need to add oil between oil change intervals and no visible signs of oil ...
Brakes grind, pulse or wear early 1 bulletin · 6 complaints
Flash: ABS Module Electronic Parking Brake Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module software. The customer may describe: · The key may get stuck in the ignition key cylinder.
Doors, latches or locks fail 1 bulletin · 5 complaints
Liftgate Open Indicator Illuminated And Liftgate Will Not Latch Fully This bulletin involves replacing the liftgate bumpers, liftgate weatherstrip, and adjusting the liftgate latch.
Complaints filed by year
29 complaints came in 2019. Owners file in waves when a problem gets press or an investigation, so a spike measures attention as much as failures.
Recalls that include the 2016 Fiat 500X
Whether your car is included depends on its VIN. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200, Jeep Renegade, RAM ProMaster, and 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. On August 29, 2016 Chrysler added the 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles to this recall.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module and the Transmission Control Module and if necessary replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S55.
The recall on the 2016 Fiat 500X, with the owner complaints on each recalled system
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Questions
What is the most common problem on the 2016 Fiat 500X?
Stalling, with 29 of the 154 complaints. Owners who gave a mileage for it put the median at about 47,000 miles.
At what mileage do 2016 Fiat 500X problems start?
Of the 107 complaints that give a mileage, a quarter came by about 25,000 miles and half by about 40,000.
Is the 2016 Fiat 500X better or worse than the 2017?
Counted per year on the road, the 2016 has more complaints than the 2017: 14 a year against 2.
How many 2016 Fiat 500X complaints involve a crash, fire or injury?
5 of them (3%). The typical vehicle on this site is at 6%.
Is there a recall for stalling on the 2016 Fiat 500X?
No recall on file for the 2016 Fiat 500X is on the same system as stalling. Another recall may still cover your car, so check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.