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Fiat Panda safety recalls

Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Fiat Panda since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Fiat Panda. Also see car recalls by year and make.

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Records analysed
15 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 15 launched 2007 to 2025
  • Most recent 24 March 2025 DVSA recall R/2023/313
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 6 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2007 3 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Fiat Panda?

Not every Fiat Panda is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Fiat Panda recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 2007 to 2026

2007 had the most, with 3. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Fiat Panda safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’07 3
’08 0
’09 2
’10 2
’11 0
’12 0
’13 0
’14 0
’15 2
’16 1
’17 0
’18 1
’19 1
’20 0
’21 0
’22 0
’23 1
’24 1
’25 1
’26 0

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Fiat Panda recall, newest first

2025 1 recall

Incorrect information on the registration document and CoC (certificate of Conformity)

Launched 24 March 2025 DVSA recall R/2023/313 Manufacturer ref. 6640

Defect
On affected vehicles incorrect data has been entered on the registration document and correspondingly the Certificate of Conformity (CoC).
Remedy
The registration document must be amended and a new CoC issued.
Vehicles affected
486 Panda vehicles
Built
3 Sept 2022 to 23 Apr 2023
Also covers

2024 1 recall

Reverse gear switch not functioning as intended.

Launched 7 June 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/144 Manufacturer ref. 6748

Defect
On affected vehicles the reversing gear switch is not according to specification. This could result in a failure to illuminate the rear light of the vehicle during a reversing manoeuvre.
Remedy
Check the reversing gear switch and replacement if required
Vehicles affected
90 Panda vehicles
Built
28 Mar 2023 to 29 Jul 2023
Also covers

2023 1 recall

Side airbag/head airbag crash sensor not correctly connected

Launched 13 December 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/282 Manufacturer ref. 6667

Defect
Affected vehicles fitted with the side airbag/head airbag may not have the side crash sensor connected correctly which may in a worst-case scenario result in non-deployment of the airbag in a side impact/crash.
Remedy
To check the correct engagement/connection of the side crash sensor.
Vehicles affected
197 vehicles
Built
13 Mar 2023 to 23 Jun 2023

2019 1 recall

Non-conformity of the height adjustment mechanism of the steering column

Launched 12 April 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/096 Manufacturer ref. 6207

Defect
The steering column height adjustment mechanism could accidentally release.
Remedy
Replace the steering column mechanism.
Vehicles affected
25 Panda vehicles
Built
6 Sept 2016 to 31 Dec 2018

2018 1 recall

Engine suspension reaction bracket not fitted on the transmission side

Launched 24 August 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/208 Manufacturer ref. 6200

Defect
Some vehicles were assembled without the engine suspension reaction bracket fitted on the transmission side. The vehicles must be repaired by fitting the missing components (transmission reaction bracket and washer). The defect can be detected by noise and vibration being emitted from the front area of the vehicle. If ignored a possible consequence is a failed differential box resulting in oil leakage and in some cases the drive shaft could become disengaged and drop below the vehicle whilst in motion.
Remedy
Fit the missing components (transmission reaction bracket and washer).
Vehicles affected
134 Panda vehicles
Built
4 Apr 2018 to 6 Jul 2018

2016 1 recall

Transmission mount may fail

Launched 28 October 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/225 Manufacturer ref. 6062

Defect
It has been identified that due to a nonconformity in the transmission casing mount material there is a possibility that the casting may fail. This may affect the control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required replace the mounting with new quality assured item.
Vehicles affected
7 Panda vehicles
Built
28 Aug 2016 to 28 Sept 2016

2015 2 recalls

Headlights may fail

Launched 29 December 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/229 Manufacturer ref. 5958

Defect
In some circumstances the headlights can switch off without warning which will increase the risk of an accident.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the Body Computer with new improved software.
Vehicles affected
8,091 Panda vehicles
Built
4 Jul 2011 to 17 Apr 2013

Front seatbelts may not function as intended

Launched 10 April 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/076 Manufacturer ref. 5888

Defect
It has been identified that the front seatbelt anchorage links may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. If the link is subjected to an abnormal force then it may not perform as required.
Remedy
Recall all the affected vehicles to check the link and if required replace it.
Vehicles affected
1,041 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Sept 2014 to 20 Nov 2014
Also covers

2010 2 recalls

Loss of steering control

Launched 13 December 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/212 Manufacturer ref. 5513

Defect
The upper fork on the steering shaft fork may not have been correctly fixed/'staked' onto the shaft. This may cause a knock from the steering and in extreme cases the fork may separate from the shaft and result in loss of steering control.
Remedy
To check the shaft for the presence of the 2 'Stake' markings.
Vehicles affected
544 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Sept 2009 to 31 Dec 2009
Also covers

Loss of steering control

Launched 10 September 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/101 Manufacturer ref. 5475

Defect
The steering column upper shaft fixing bolt may not have had thread locking agent applied to it during assembly. This may allow it to come loose causing a noise. In extreme cases this may result in a loss of steering control.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary fit a bolt affixed with pre applied locking compound.
Vehicles affected
47 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given
Also covers

2009 2 recalls

Possibility of fire

Launched 3 September 2009 DVSA recall R/2009/078 Manufacturer ref. 5155

Defect
There is a possibility of a short circuit in the ABS control unit due to infiltration of chemical solutions.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace ABS module with modified type which is also fitted with plastic cover
Vehicles affected
25,977 Panda vehicles
Built
1 Jun 2003 to 30 Apr 2007

Fuel may leak

Launched 2 September 2009 DVSA recall R/2009/080 Manufacturer ref. 5385

Defect
There is a possibility that fuel may leak from a faulty recirculation pipe connector.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles to check and if required change pipe.
Vehicles affected
15 Panda vehicles
Built
1 Mar 2009 to 31 May 2009

2007 3 recalls

Brakes may fail

Launched 7 December 2007 DVSA recall R/2007/173 Manufacturer ref. 5260

Defect
Due to the possibility of a fault in the production process the flexible rubber brake hoses may not have been correctly vulcanised. As a consequence may partially or totally restrict the internal flow of the brake hydraulic fluid. Should this happen a reduction in efficiency during braking would occur.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the hoses checked to identify if they are within the affected batch. If this is the case they will be replaced with quality assured items.
Vehicles affected
4,804 across everything the recall covers
Built
11 Oct 2007 to 27 Oct 2007

Fuel may leak

Launched 29 May 2007 DVSA recall R/2007/068

Defect
Fuel delivery pipe adjacent to air filter may chafe. This in time could lead to leakage of fuel in the engine compartment and a consequent risk of fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel delivery pipe and where necessary replace the pipe containment channel.
Vehicles affected
919 Panda vehicles
Built
1 Jul 2005 to 31 Jan 2006

Engine power may be lost

Launched 20 April 2007 DVSA recall R/2007/012

Defect
It is possible that breakage of the ancillary devices pulley on the crankshaft may occur. Should this happen there is the possibility that engine power and functions such as power assisted steering and braking assistance may be lost.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the crankshaft pulley inspected and changed should this be necessary.
Vehicles affected
1,474 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 May 2006 to 31 May 2006

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 15 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Fiat Panda. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
How we calculate these figures All data sources

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