Fiat Scudo reliability

On affected vehicles there could be a loss of certain ground connections for some electrical harnesses which may result in the loss of several vehicle functions.

Fix: Check and re-tighten the ground connections.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 3 vehicles

The calibration for urea pump diagnostics in the ECU (Engine Control Unit) is not fulfilling the regulation requirement.

Fix: Update to the ECU (engine control unit) calibration software.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 273 vehicles

On certain vehicles equipped with an Air Conditioning compressor these may experience the condition of a powertrain shutdown in the event of an AC compressor issue. This could result in the engine non-starting or stalling.

Fix: The repair is an upload of modified ECU software.

Recalled models: SCUDO E · 259 vehicles

On the affected vehicle the tightening torque applied to the steering rack during production may be insufficient.

Fix: The repair is replacement of the left steering pinion tie rod retainer nut and apply the correct torque.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 1 vehicles

Some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe.

Fix: Check fuel pipe positioning correct if necessary and fit protective sleeve.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 4 vehicles

A High Voltage Harness connector might not be to the correct specification

Fix: Check the connector and if required replace the harness.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 11 vehicles

Vehicles may have been fitted with the front crossmember incorrectly tightened.

Fix: Check and tighten the bolts on the front crossmember to the prescribed torque. Replacement of the steering rack if necessary.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 2 vehicles

The ballast support bracket welded to the rear floor could break

Fix: Add two new fixings for each ballast support

Recalled models: SCUDO · 345 vehicles

In the event of a significant frontal collision the driver's airbag may not deploy correectly due to a non-conformity which occurred in the supplier's production process. The airbag when deployed may cause injury to the driver due to contaminated parts within the airbag module.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag inflator.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 6 vehicles

After repeated activation of the fuel heater cover in cold conditions an electric connector the fuel heater cover may overheat. This may allow air ingress which could cause difficulty starting the engine or engine stalling. In extreme cases fuel may leak onto the road surface.

Fix: Check the condition of the heated diesel filter cover and connector. If deteriorated or damaged replace the cover or connector.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 674 vehicles

The fuel return pipe connector at the injectors may overtime wear and leak. The leaking fuel is a fire risk and also could be hazardous to other road users.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return pipe.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 492 vehicles

On certain vehicles the front brake discs may not be the required thickness for the vehicle definition. This concern may result in reduced braking efficiency.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the front brake discs.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 49 vehicles

An internal fault with the wiper motor could cause it to stop working. In some rare cases the windscreen wipers may stop working while in operation.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and check the manufacturing date of the wiper motor and add a supplementary earth wiring harness if necessary.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 49 vehicles

The steering column to steering wheel shaft may not have been assembled correctly. If not corrected noise and play will become apparent and if these warnings are not acted on eventually steering control could be lost.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary refit the steering column correctly to the steering wheel shaft.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 16 vehicles

During the assembly of the vehicle it is possible the right hand rear suspension coil spring was damaged. Over time any damage could lead to the failure of the coil spring.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the coil spring.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 2 vehicles

The wiring for the power steering electric pump may interfere with the edge of the left front wheel arch. This may cause damage to the wiring and a loss of power steering assistance.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected so the wiring can be placed in a protective pipe. The wiring and pipe will then be secured in the correct position.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 387 vehicles

The fuel return pipe on 2.0 16v JTD engine variants may interfere with the engine mounting and/or fuel filter.

Fix: Check and re-route the pipe and fit a protective sheath.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 17 vehicles

The threaded portion of the brake linkage rod in the brake control system may not be to conformity. This could result in a reduction of braking efficiency.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles to check rod and replace if found not to meet conformity.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 251 vehicles

The fuel return pipe may contact the engine sound insulation cover. This may cause a deterioration of the pipe and if not rectified a leak of fuel.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a holding fastener to the fuel return pipe.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 1,463 vehicles

Vehicles fitted with rear brake drums may suffer contamination of the brake lining. This is due to the entry of water and detritus into the drum through the back plate.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles to fit a gasket to the back plate where the handbrake cable enters the brake drum through the back plate.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 21 vehicles

The headlights may fail because of a Body Control Computer software problem.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to update the software.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 5,384 vehicles

There is a possibility that the valve in the Brake Booster Vacuum Pump may not be compliant. This can result in loss of vacuum assistance.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace pump.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 4,329 vehicles

It has been identified that the possibility exists that the accelerator pedal's rotation pin may not have been inserted correctly. In this condition the accelerator pedal might stick.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the accelerator pedal checked for the presence of the pin. Should the pin be found to be missing the accelerator pedal will be changed.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 158 vehicles

The possibility exists that the swivel joint stem of the front suspension vertical links maybe of an incorrect size. This can lead to the generation of noise whilst driving and the possibility of suspension disconnection following a violent impact to the front axle and subsequent loss of vehicle control.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the swivel joint stems checked for the presence of play and will be replaced if any is found.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 198 vehicles

In some cases due to the non compliant routing of the brake servo vacuum supply pipe damage to the pipe may occur with the possibility that braking assistance might be reduced.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject pipe checked and re-routed. Should any damage be found the pipe will be replaced.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 171 vehicles

Front hub nut security pin may have been incorrectly fitted.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles check for correct fitment of pin and replace if necessary

Recalled models: SCUDO · 31 vehicles

The lower engine stabiliser rod may crack or break. This could result in detachment of the off side drive shaft on full lock.

Fix: Inspect the stabiliser rod welding and fit a new rod where found necessary.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 103 vehicles

The road wheel fixing bolts may not have been correctly torqued and could loosen over a period of use.

Fix: Check the wheel fixing bolts for correct torque and tighten or renew as appropriate.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 414 vehicles

There is a possibility that the control solenoids may not function in very cold temperatures resulting in loss of servo assistance.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace control solenoids and fit weather shield.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 566 vehicles

There is a possibility that due to an incorrect specification the steering arms when subjected to unusual stress such as an impact may break.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace steering arms with correct specification type.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 302 vehicles

Brake vacuum pump drive coupling dog may fail as a result of breakage. This could result in a loss of power assistance at the brake pedal.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles to fit a quality assured replacement drive pin to the vacuum pump.

Recalled models: SCUDO · 2,318 vehicles