- The 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.
- The risk
- A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2020 Fiat 500X Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2020 Fiat 500X with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (1) and the driver assistance (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in July 2024 for the frontal. For comparison, the 2019 has 3 and the 2021 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 500X year, for its age
#280 most complained-about 2020 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2020 Fiat 500X problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2020 Fiat 500X recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The 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.
- The risk
- A cracked right rear brake caliper can fail, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
- The 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.
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2 complaints about the 2020 Fiat 500X
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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 permanent change of station to Suffolk England, where there are Fiat dealerships in country. The shipper will not take the car with an open recall without a letter from Fiat advising that the recall cannot be addressed at this...
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time due to the lack of dealerships in the country. I have contacted Fiat multiple times and have had case numbers assigned ([[redacted]]and [[redacted]]) without any attempts by Fiat made to respond. The recall cannot be addressed while I am in Korea, so without a letter, Fiat is essentially making it impossible for the recall to be addressed. I have spent the last 5 weeks trying to get someone to give me guidance on the issue. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
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Fiat 500X: every year compared
All 500X years2020 Fiat 500X vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Fiat 500X | 2 | 2 | C | |
| 2020 Fiat 124 Spider | 8 | 1 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2020 Fiat 500X
Does the 2020 Fiat 500X have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Fiat 500X: frontal (July 2024); caliper (December 2019). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Fiat 500X?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (1), driver assistance (1), electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 2020 Fiat 500X had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 25, 2020 and the latest on July 10, 2025. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2020 Fiat 500X a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 54 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Fiat 500X year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Fiat 500X years have the most complaints?
2016 (154), 2017 (17), 2018 (11). See every Fiat 500X year compared.
What should I do if my 2020 Fiat 500X has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data