Last update 16. 02. 2024
Ten recall for five Fiat models in 2021
Fiat has announced ten recalls in 2021 through the Rapex system, affecting five of its models.
The most recalled model was the Fiat 500 in both conventional and electric versions. The largest recall was for a possible axle shafts breakage for more than 13,000 cars. There may also be problems with brakes and steering. The second most recalled model is the Ducato van. Around 50,000 vehicles may have a faulty wheel axle or brake line.
All the recalls, sorted by model, are listed in the tables below.
We have written about some of the faults in the following articles.
- Recall for 13,300 Fiat 500 1.0 GSE; Possible breakage of axle shafts
- 90,000 Opels recalled because of airbags; 55,000 Fiat Ducato vans due to wheel axle (week 16/21)
- The first recall for electric Honda e and Fiat 500e; Mercedes Citan with fire risk (week 14/21)
Fiat recalls in 2021 by model
Fiat 500
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Fiat 500e (2020) | 18/09/2021 | The IBS (Integrated Brake System) module may be defective. This may cause a failure of the ABS (anti-lock braking system),... |
| Fiat 500 (2020 – 2021) | 18/09/2021 | Due to defective materials, the axle shafts could break. This could lead to driving power being lost without warning, increasing... |
| Fiat 500 (2021) | 15/05/2021 | An unsuitable material is used for the steering gear’s steering rack. This could lead to a restricted steering function, increasing... |
| Fiat 500e (2020 – 2021) | 09/04/2021 | Software errors in the airbag control unit may cause the passenger airbag’s deactivation status to be wrongly displayed. As a... |
✅ All 500’s recalls
Fiat Doblo
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Fiat Doblo (2020) | 17/07/2021 | The ABS (anti-lock braking system) control unit may be defective. This could result in reduced ABS/ESC (electronic stability control) function,... |
✅ All Doblo’s recalls
Fiat Ducato
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Fiat Ducato (2021) | 03/10/2021 | The seat-belt anchorage on the seat swivel plate may not have been manufactured correctly. This could seriously impair the restraining... |
| Fiat Ducato (2019) | 24/04/2021 | The wheel axle may be defective and could break. This will change the steering and driving behaviour, increasing the risk... |
| Fiat Ducato (2014 – 2019) | 22/03/2021 | The brake pipes can be damaged through mechanical contact with other components, resulting in the leakage of brake fluid. This... |
✅ All Ducato’s recalls
Fiat Talento
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Fiat Talento (2020) | 29/06/2021 | The fuel return hose may be defective. This can result in diesel fuel leakage, increasing the risk of fire. The... |
✅ All Talento’s recalls
Fiat Tipo
| Issued | Problem | |
|---|---|---|
| Fiat Tipo (2020 – 2021) | 03/05/2021 | The airbag module software may be defective. As a result, the airbags may not be activated in the event of... |
✅ All Tipo’s recalls
Useful links
- Fiat Reliability
- Fiat Owners’ Reviews
- Fiat recalls in 2022
- Fiat recalls by model
- Other manufacturers in 2021
- Tip: Fiat recalls in the UK
This overview is purely informative for the manufacturer you have selected. As these deficiencies often relate to specific components (engine type, bodywork, equipment), the recall may not apply to all vehicles of listed model. Contact your nearest Fiat dealer for more informations.
Source: Rapex
Currently 5157 Recalls