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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2016 FIAT 500X steering problems
moderate 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700 · see steering across all vehicles →
Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering steering on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Flash: Diagnostic And System ImprovementsThis bulletin involves updating the Body Control Module (BCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. All three modules must be up to date when finished with this service action. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs):· **P1066 - Cylinder 1 oil supply solenoid valve switch off time out of range.· P1068 - Cylinder 2 oil supply solenoid valve switch off time out of range. · P106A - Cylinder 3 oil supply solenoid valve switch off time out of ra
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Flash: Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves updating the Body Control Module (BCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. All three modules must be updated in this service action. Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): U1424-00 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received. P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. P1185 - General Pressure Sensor Correlation. P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. P1CEC - Variable Valve Solenoid Valve
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
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File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2016 FIAT 500X?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 8 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Based on the 8 complaints filed, steering issues most often appear around 55,717 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2016/FIAT/500X.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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