Fiat500X20191.3L/fiat/500x/2019/1-3l/
FD platform

2019 Fiat 500X — 1.3L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 500X 1.3L.

Body SUVEngine 1.3LTransmission Automatic 9-spd

The 2019 Fiat 500X is an SUV built on the FD platform, powered by a 1.3L engine paired with an automatic nine-speed transmission and EPA-rated at 24/30/26 mpg. With only three owner complaints on record and two recalls, this model year lands near the bottom of the 2016–2023 complaint range. That places it well below the 154-complaint peak logged for 2016 and just above the two-complaint floor set in 2020, marking it as one of the more settled entries in the model’s reliability history.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-30OEM · verified
Lug nut torque89 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy24/30/26 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 68439517AA. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size215/60R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rimNS inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter68439517AA
Engine air filter68377763AA
Spark plug68644215AA
Front wiper blades68418003AA alt 68418163AA
Thermostat68498366AA
Cabin air filter68212070AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 9-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length167.7 in
Overall width70.9 in
Overall height63.4 in
Wheelbase101.2 in
Curb weight3278 lb
Track (front / rear)60.6 / 60.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined24 / 30 / 26 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.5 qt of 0W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 · DOT 3 · DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 89 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 20.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6.35 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4 · DOT 3 · DOT 4
Engine CoolantMopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 year
Engine Coolant Capacity8.8 qt
Engine Oil0W-30 · Synthetic
Engine Oil Capacity4.5 qt
Transfer Case Fluid75W-90 · API · Synthetic

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts18 ft-lbs
Oil Pan to Block Bolts6.6 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug20.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts89 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypePS-D1
Oil Capacity4.40 oz

Service checks

Engine Compression100 PSI.

Brakes

ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
13.7 ft. lbs.3.7 ft. lbs
212

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 40,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 10,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Underbody (inspect) · Windshield Washer System (inspect) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
At 20,000 miDrive Belt Tensioner (inspect)
Every 20,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect) · Underbody (inspect)
Every 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 80,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Drive Belt Tensioner (inspect)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (inspect)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Federal records indicate a sharp decline in consumer complaints from the 2016 launch year's 154 incidents to just 3 for the 2019 model, continuing a downward trend through 2023. Technical Service Bulletins similarly decreased from 229 in 2016 to 97 in 2019, indicating fewer recognized repair patterns as the generation matured. While the 2019 model year shows a slight increase in recalls with 2 compared to 1 in the preceding three years, the complaint volume remains significantly lower than the initial production run. Of the three total complaints recorded for 2019, one is classified as crash-related, while the reported areas include Fuel/Propulsion System with Forward Collision Avoidance, Fuel System Gasoline, and Power Train with Vehicle Speed Control. This data places the 2019 500X in a period of reduced reported issues following the high complaint volume of the 2016 model. Consequently, the 2019 model represents a statistically more favorable used buy than earlier years due to the substantial reduction in reported complaints and service bulletins.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
97
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
3
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 3 complaints on record, top 3 components.

Fuel/Propulsion System,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V287000Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control ModuleReported 10/04/2019

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. Incorrect software may cause the occupant restraint controller (ORC) module to disable certain passive safety features. Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC module software, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at…

24V510000Air Bags:FrontalReported 03/07/2024

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… 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 97 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S1408000384 REV.J2026-03-04Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State…
S1408000384 REV.I2026-02-14Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State…
21-040-252025-10-02Power Train948TE Transmission Reaction Shaft Service Bushing Kit Customers may experience a…
91006242025-07-08EngineVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders:
S1408000384 REV.H2025-01-25Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2019 500X 1.3L take?

4.5 qt of 0W-30 SN Plus Synthetic Oil, per the factory manual.

Does the 2019 500X have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 1.3L get?

EPA figures are 24 city / 30 highway / 26 combined mpg.