2020 Fiat 500X Problems & Complaints

Better than average67% fewer complaints than a typical year of the 500X at the same age

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2020 Fiat 500X with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 67% fewer than a typical 500X model year at the same age, making the 2020 one of the better 500X years. The most reported problem area is the stability & traction control (1 complaint). 2 recalls cover this model year.

2complaints
2recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2020 Fiat 500X problems

  • Stability & traction control
    150%
  • Electrical system
    150%
  • Air bags
    150%

Share of the 2 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Fiat 500X complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Fiat 500X. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best 500X years: 2018, 2019, 2020. Compare all years →

2020 Fiat 500X recalls (2)

Seat belts › Front

NHTSA recall 24V-510 · Jul 3, 2024 · 337,128 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper

NHTSA recall 19V-909 · Dec 19, 2019 · 1,353 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

2020 Fiat 500X engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
1.3L 4-cyl turbo9-speed automaticAWD24 / 30 / 26

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2020 Fiat 500X a good car?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2020 500X rates better than average: 67% fewer complaints than a typical year of the 500X at the same age. It is one of the best 500X years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Fiat 500X?

The stability & traction control — 1 complaint, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (1) and air bags (1).

How many recalls does the 2020 Fiat 500X have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2020 Fiat 500X, the most recent from July 3, 2024 (front). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Fiat 500X?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2019 and 2020. See the full Fiat 500X years comparison.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.