Fiat Ducato reliability

Due to a nonconformity in production the swivel plates on which the two front seats are anchored must be�replaced.

Fix: Replace the swivel plates onto which the front seats are anchored.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 5 vehicles

The third (high level) brake light may not function.

Fix: Update the software to activate the third brake light function.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 170 vehicles

Non-conforming steering knuckles may have been fitted.

Fix: Check the installed steering knuckles and replace if necessary.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 2,633 vehicles

The drive axle may touch the wiring with consequent damage to the wiring.

Fix: Check the correct layout of the wiring inspect its condition and reposition or replace as necessary

Recalled models: DUCATO · 196 vehicles

The brake line (pipe) may not be fixed correctly

Fix: Check the clip is fixed correctly and replace damaged brake pipes

Recalled models: DUCATO · 24,484 vehicles

Potential movement of the battery and consequent breakage of the battery wires.

Fix: A battery spacer must be fitted

Recalled models: DUCATO · 77 vehicles

The intercooler sleeve may detach from the throttle body

Fix: Replace the current sleeve and respective metal bands with modified parts.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 3,630 vehicles

Possible interference between the fuel supply and return lines.

Fix: Reposition the pipes to avoid interference.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 251 vehicles

The intercooler sleeve may detach from the throttle body. The engine management warning light will illuminate and a loss of power may occur.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the current retainer with a new version to ensure the sleeve connection between intercooler sleeve and throttle body.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 9,904 vehicles

The EGR pipe could fracture due to a potential non-conformity the fractured pipe may damage the alternator resulting in a loss of battery voltage and potentially a loss of engine power.

Fix: The pipe must be checked and if incorrect replaced with a new part.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 4,486 vehicles

Due to an error in the production process the engine camshaft may break.

Fix: Check affected vehicles and where necessary replace the camshaft.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 239 vehicles

In some circumstances the driver and passenger may experience consequent switching off of the instrument panel light and possible deactivation of other electronic systems such as the ABS and airbags. The concern is caused by loose connections at the ignition switch contact holder block.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the ignition switch contact holder block.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 5,303 vehicles

The batch number of the power steering pump must be checked and if found to be from a faulty batch replaced. On the faulty batches there is nonconformity of the external supply and in certain circumstances the power steering pump may fail causing the driver to use additional input to steer the vehicle therefore delaying the directional movement of the vehicle.

Fix: Check the production date of the pump and if the power steering pump is from a faulty batch replace the pump.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 118 vehicles

The tyres fitted to affected vehicles are incompatible with the weight capacity of the vehicle. This may cause a tyre failure due to incorrect loading of the vehicle.

Fix: Replace existing tyres with those of a load index compatible with the vehicle's weight capacity.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 61 vehicles

It is possible the rear axle leaf spring retaining bolts were not tightened to the correct specification during production. This could allow movement between the axle and leaf spring. In extreme circumstances this could cause the vehicle to lose control.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to replace the U bolts with new items and tighten them to the correct specification.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 8 vehicles

The spare wheel located under the vehicle may become detached from the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the spare wheel lifting and securing mechanism.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 8,704 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 336 vehicles

It has been identified that; due to a possible lack of lubricant between the steering rack and pinion the steering may become increasingly stiff to operate. This can eventually lead to damage to the steering rack teeth. As a consequence the steering operation of the vehicle may become increasingly difficult.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the steering rack inspected for damage. If no damage is evident the rack and pinion will be lubricated. Should any damage be in evidence the steering rack will be replaced.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 5,427 vehicles

It has been identified that due to manufacture from an incorrect material the tyre inflation valve may break. Should this occur rapid deflation of the tyre and possible vehicle instability would occur.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the tyre inflation valve replaced on all steel wheels including the spare.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 368 vehicles

It has been identified that the possibility exists that water may ingress into the front windscreen wiper motor. Should this occur the wipers may become inoperative. In conditions of poor visibility this may result in impaired driver visibility.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the front windscreen wiper motor fitted with a protective cover.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 3,253 vehicles

Due to the inlet filter for the EGR valve being in an exposed position there is a possibility of water entering the brake servo vacuum pipe. This could result in the possibility of ice forming in the brake servo vacuum pipe in conditions of low ambient temperature. As a consequence this may lead to reduced servo assistance to the braking system.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the EGR solenoids checked for the presence of separate air filters. If theses are not evident new solenoids with separate air filters will be fitted.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 4,535 vehicles

It has been identified that the possibility exists that breakage of the dropside hinge fastening plate may occur on vehicles fitted with a factory installed dropside body. This can result in the detachment of the dropside panel.

Fix: Subject vehicles will be recalled at which time the hinge fastening plates will be changed.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 29 vehicles

The U bolts securing the leaf spring to the rear axle may not have been tightened to the correct torque. This may result in the U bolts breaking.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the U bolts checked to ensure there is no damage and that they have been tightened to the correct torque.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 117 vehicles

The brake hoses may chafe on the wheel aches and in extreme cases cause a brake fluid leak. The driver will be informed of the defect by the illumination of a warning lamp on the dashboard. If ignored then this will result in longer than expected stopping distances.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and visually inspect the front brake hoses reinforcement and protection. The brake hoses if worn will be replaced.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 4,322 vehicles

Possibility that the accelerator may foul on the floor mounted pedal stop

Fix: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and fit a modified throttle pedal stop.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 3,770 vehicles

The interior fan wiring may chafe on a dashboard support. This could result in a short circuit and a fire in the fan unit.

Fix: Fit additional insulation and protection to the fan electrical wiring.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 1,634 vehicles

Water may enter the ABS (antilock brake) control unit through a harness connector. This will cause the ABS control unit to malfunction and the fault warning lamp to illuminate.

Fix: Fit a new ABS wiring harness which has watertight connectors.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 19 vehicles

The handbrake cable may have been incorrectly fitted and could become disconnected from the rear brake mechanism. This would result in the handbrake becoming ineffective.

Fix: Check that the handbrake cable is correctly connected to the rear brake mechanism and fit a new cable where it is not.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 186 vehicles

Fuel tank rear mountings may not inadequately secure the tank with a risk of possible disengagement.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit reinforcement plates to rear tank mountings.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 5,348 vehicles

On batteries fitted with non-watertight caps rainwater from the windscreen may run into the battery and result in a leakage of battery contents. This leakage may damage the adjacent fabric reinforced rubber brake servo pipe and reduce or cancel the servo assistance available when braking.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled to have a cover fitted to the battery and checking of the brake servo pipe for damage.

Recalled models: DUCATO · 448 vehicles