Second Hand Fiat 500X Wishbone

The Fiat 500X was facelifted in 2018, so a 2016 car sits in the pre-facelift generation and a 2019 sits in the post-facelift generation. Whether the wishbone crosses that boundary and still fits is not something we can guarantee, so confirm against your registration with the breaker before buying. Always specify NS (nearside/left) or OS (offside/right) when you enquire.

Engine size can influence the front suspension and subframe components because heavier or more powerful variants sometimes use uprated parts to cope with the extra load. It is worth telling the breaker which engine you have — for example the 1.0, 1.3, or 1.6 — so they can match the part correctly. Never assume a wishbone from any 500X will suit yours just because the body looks identical.

Trim level alone does not affect wishbone fitment on the 500X — a Lounge or Cross badge does not change the suspension geometry. What matters is the generation (pre- or post-2018 facelift) and the engine fitted. You may receive a wishbone in a different finish or with minor cosmetic differences compared to your original, but that does not affect how it works, so do not be concerned if the appearance varies slightly.

The 500X launched in 2014 and received a facelift in 2018, and running gear can change at that point even if the overall platform looks similar. We cannot state as fact that a wishbone from a 2014–2017 car will bolt straight onto a 2018-onwards model, so route that question to the breaker and quote your exact registration. They can check the part numbers against their stock before you commit.

Yes, side absolutely matters — nearside (NS, driver's left) and offside (OS, driver's right) wishbones are handed and are not interchangeable. Always state clearly which side you need when contacting a breaker, and double-check the part they send before attempting to fit it. Fitting the wrong side is a safety risk and a common source of returns.

A single fitment range spanning both the pre-facelift (2014–2017) and post-facelift (2018 onwards) generations should be treated with caution, because suspension components do not always carry straight across a facelift boundary. Ask the breaker to confirm the part against your specific registration number rather than relying on a broad year range listed online. Getting the generation, engine, and side confirmed in writing protects you if the part turns out not to fit.