Fiat Punto recalls

Due to a non-conformity in the supplier's production process the front seat belt pretensioner could malfunction in the event of a collision.

Fix: Correct operation will be restored by applying a service kit designed for this purpose. Affected vehicles will be recalled to have this fitted.

1,168 vehicles · built 26 Apr 2016 to 9 Jun 2017

It has been identified that the hand brake lever may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. It could result in the vehicle rolling away.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the hand brake assembly with a new quality controlled assembly

4 vehicles · built 26 Sep 2013 to 26 Sep 2013

A connector on the brake servo pipe may fail and cause a loss of vacuum assistance necessitating the driver to include additional effort when braking.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a new brake servo pipe.

3,095 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2012 to 30 Sep 2012

The layout of the ABS wiring maybe incorrect in the area of the battery holding unit. The wiring may on some vehicles maybe trapped and pinched exposing wiring in some area. this may cause damage and in extreme cases a potential risk of fire.

Fix: Repair to inspect and repair the wiring using industry accepted soldered connectors

8,138 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2009 to 30 Mar 2010

In the case of a side impact the wrong airbag could deploy as a result of a software non-compliance.

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

29,130 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2009 to 31 Aug 2010

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the crankshaft pulley inspected and changed should this be necessary.

1,474 vehicles · built 1 May 2006 to 31 May 2006

Possible water ingress into the electronic control unit (ECU) could result in unintentional deployment of the drivers air bag and passengers air bag where fitted.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles check for water ingress into the ECU and replace if necessary. Fit water protection to the ECU in all cases.

5,168 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1994 to 31 Dec 1995

Prolonged exposure to the effects of road salt corrosion may result in perforation of the metal brake pipes and a consequential loss of braking efficiency.

Fix: Replace corroded brake pipes and apply corrosion prevention treatment to all brake pipes.

248,486 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1993 to 31 Dec 1997

The fuel vapour re-circulation pipe could foul against the air-conditioning compressor pulley resulting in possible damage to the pipe and the risk of fire.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and reposition re-circulation pipe away from compressor pulley.

2,016 vehicles · built 1 Aug 1999 to 30 Jun 2000

On some Punto vehicles it has been found that the seat belt pre-tensioners may fail to activate although normal activation of the seat belt is assured.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles to shorten the safety tabs in the inertia reel.

24,504 vehicles · built 1 Mar 1997 to 30 Nov 1997

On ABS equipped Punto vehicles contact may take place between the brake compensator springs and the rear (metal) brake pipes. This could damage the pipes causing loss of brake fluid and reducing the efficiency of the service brake.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and secure the subject brake pipes to eliminate the possibility of any contact with the compensator springs. Any brake pipes found to be damaged will be replaced.

695 vehicles · built 1 Feb 1994 to 30 Jun 1995

Some vehicles with alloy wheels may have been supplied with an unsuitable space saver spare wheel. If fitted this spare wheel could cause interference with braking system components.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace any unsuitable spare wheels with correctly specified versions.

239 vehicles · built 1 Mar 1994 to 31 Mar 1995