Alfa Romeo 147 recalls

It has been identified that Pirelli tyre type 215/40 ZR18 89W PZERO NERO annotated MO and F223 may suffer cracking of the sidewall. This can lead to loss of inflation pressure and under certain conditions can have an adverse effect on the safe handling of the vehicle.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject tyres replaced.

• 147: 241 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2007 to 31 Jan 2010
• 147: 241 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2007 to 31 Mar 2008

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.

687 vehicles · built 16 Oct 2007 to 16 Nov 2007

There is a possibility that the fuel hose from the diesel filter to the high pressure pump may chafe on the fuel filter housing. In time this could result in a fuel leak and the possibility of an engine compartment fire.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the routing of the hose checked at which time if the hose is not damaged a new bracket will be fitted to prevent chafing. If the hose is damaged it will be replaced in addition a new bracket will be fitted.

890 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2005 to 31 Aug 2006

On a number of RHD ALfa Romeo 147 and GT models there is a possibility that the clip which secures the connecting pin between the clutch cylinder and the clutch pedal may become detached resulting in loss of clutch operation.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a redesigned retaining clip.

5,355 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2003 to 31 Oct 2005

The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system does not operate properly when the space saver spare wheel is fitted. This could lead to the VDC warning lamp operating and may lead to reduced braking efficiency if the brakes are vigorously applied.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a new VDC electronic control unit that has upgraded software installed.

3,950 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2004 to 28 Feb 2006

A fuel leak may result due to cracking of the recirculation pipe flange on the fuel tank when the tank is filled to the maximum.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the fuel tank inspected for cracks and replaced if necessary.

865 vehicles

There is a possibility that the high pressure power steering pipe may contact the exhaust downpipe which may result in a risk of fire and loss of power steering assistance.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles check pipe for contact with exhaust and fit extra retaining bracket to power assisted steering pipe.

1,118 vehicles · built 10 Mar 2000 to 11 Mar 2003

Possible short circuit and fire risk in engine coolant booster heater wiring circuit during engine warm up period.

Fix: Modify the electrical wiring fit a re-rated protective fuse and install modified mounting bushes.

6 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2002 to 30 Apr 2003