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Fiat Scudo recalls

DVSA has published 37 safety recalls that name the Fiat Scudo since 2001, 13 of them since 2020. Between them they cover at least 20,908 UK vehicles of this model.

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  1. DOBLO, SCUDO · fiat professional 2025 doblo and scudo. fuel injection common rail. fuel leak

    16 Feb 2026 · R/2026/041

    On affected vehicles a non-conformity issue with the fuel injection common rail may lead to a loosening of the nut and a potential fuel leak.

    Fix: Check the fuel injection common rail and if necessary replace the rail and high-pressure fuel pipes.

    180 vehicles · built 3 Oct 2025 to 31 Dec 2025

  2. DOBLO, SCUDO · fiat professional scudo and doblo. ivi software via ota update.

    13 Feb 2026 · R/2026/033

    Affected vehicle may face a black screen on the Instrument Panel Cluster with several functions not available to view.

    Fix: Update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-the-Air.

    1,426 vehicles · built 25 Aug 2023 to 8 May 2025

  3. SCUDO · engine control module calibration low in-use performance-ratio

    9 Dec 2025 · R/2025/507

    On affected vehicles there is a requirement to update the Engine Control Module (ECM) calibration due to a production non-conformity and not fulfilling emission regulatory requirements.

    Fix: Update the ECM software calibration

    192 vehicles · built 30 Nov 2022 to 26 Sep 2024

  4. SCUDO · fiat scudo. multifunction screen fixings.

    19 Dec 2024 · R/2024/426

    On affected vehicles the radio display screen may be incorrectly secured.

    Fix: Check the fixing of the screen and add any missing fixings.

    656 vehicles · built 21 Mar 2024 to 14 Oct 2024

  5. SCUDO · fiat scudo seat fixing

    29 Nov 2024 · R/2024/458

    On affected vehicles there may be insufficient fixing on the 1st and/or 2nd row of seats that could potentially allow seat movement in the event of a collision

    Fix: On the affected vehicles seat fixings will be reworked

    75 vehicles · built 29 Aug 2024 to 8 Oct 2024

  6. SCUDO · fiat scudo rear suspension springs

    13 Sep 2024 · R/2024/325

    Affected vehicles may have been equipped with the incorrect rear springs which can result in impaired driving behaviour when fully loaded or a risk of rear spring detachment in a worst-case scenario when empty.

    Fix: Replace both rear springs.

    80 vehicles · built 19 Feb 2024 to 28 Jun 2024

  7. SCUDO · ground connections

    14 Jun 2024 · R/2024/226

    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.

    3 vehicles · built 15 Apr 2023 to 29 Jan 2024

  8. SCUDO · the calibration for urea pump diagnostics in the ecu (engine control unit) is not fulfilling regulation requirement

    29 Sep 2023 · R/2023/268

    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.

    273 vehicles · built 19 Jan 2022 to 10 Jan 2023

  9. DOBLO E, SCUDO E · 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.

    10 Jun 2023 · R/2023/146

    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.

    259 vehicles · built 2 Feb 2022 to 23 Sep 2022

  10. SCUDO · on the affected vehicle the tightening torque applied to the steering rack during production may be insufficient.

    23 Mar 2023 · R/2023/093

    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.

    1 vehicle · built 3 Nov 2022 to 14 Dec 2022

  11. SCUDO · incorrectly positioned fuel pipe

    10 Nov 2022 · R/2022/305

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

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

    4 vehicles · built 22 Nov 2021 to 25 Jul 2022

  12. SCUDO · a high voltage harness connector might not be to the correct specification

    9 Sep 2022 · R/2022/219

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

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

    11 vehicles · built 28 Mar 2022 to 29 Apr 2022

  13. SCUDO · vehicles may have been fitted with the front crossmember incorrectly tightened

    9 Sep 2022 · R/2022/240

    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.

    2 vehicles · built 2 Mar 2022 to 2 Mar 2022

  14. SCUDO · the ballast support bracket welded to the rear floor coud break

    17 Oct 2019 · R/2019/310

    The ballast support bracket welded to the rear floor could break

    Fix: Add two new fixings for each ballast support

    345 vehicles · built 26 Jun 2013 to 13 Jul 2016

  15. SCUDO · airbag may deploy incorrectly

    23 Sep 2016 · R/2016/193

    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.

    6 vehicles · built 2 May 2016 to 27 Jul 2016

  16. SCUDO · fuel may leak

    4 Dec 2015 · R/2015/213

    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.

    674 vehicles · built 3 Sep 2012 to 27 Aug 2015

  17. SCUDO · potential fire

    6 Mar 2015 · R/2015/030

    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.

    492 vehicles · built 28 Jul 2011 to 10 Apr 2014

  18. SCUDO · braking efficiency may be affected

    26 Feb 2014 · R/2014/018

    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.

    49 vehicles · built 29 Aug 2013 to 13 Sep 2013

  19. SCUDO · front wiper may fail

    26 Feb 2014 · R/2014/019

    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.

    49 vehicles · built 8 Jul 2013 to 24 Sep 2013

  20. SCUDO · loss of steering

    15 Sep 2013 · R/2013/102

    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.

    16 vehicles · built 15 Jun 2011 to 28 Nov 2011

  21. SCUDO · rear suspension may fail

    19 Mar 2012 · R/2012/035

    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.

    2 vehicles

  22. SCUDO · power assistance to steering may be lost

    7 Oct 2011 · R/2011/130

    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.

    387 vehicles

  23. SCUDO · fuel may leak

    6 May 2011 · R/2011/037

    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.

    17 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2010 to 30 Nov 2010

  24. SCUDO · braking efficiency may be affected

    8 Oct 2010 · R/2010/138

    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.

    251 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2010 to 30 Jun 2010

  25. SCUDO · fire may occur

    4 Jun 2010 · R/2010/052

    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.

    1,463 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2006 to 31 Oct 2007

  26. SCUDO · braking performance maybe affected

    4 Jun 2010 · R/2010/049

    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.

    21 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2007 to 31 Jul 2009

  27. SCUDO · headlights may fail

    4 Jun 2010 · R/2010/047

    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.

    5,384 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2006 to 31 Oct 2007

  28. SCUDO · brake pedal may need increased force during application

    3 Sep 2009 · R/2009/077

    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.

    4,329 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2006 to 31 Mar 2009

  29. SCUDO · accelerator may stick

    9 Jan 2009 · R/2008/180

    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.

    158 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2008 to 30 Apr 2008

  30. SCUDO · steering swivel joint may fail resulting in loss of vehicle control

    13 Aug 2007 · R/2007/113

    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.

    198 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2007 to 31 Jan 2007

  31. SCUDO · routing of brake vacuum pipe may be incorrect

    5 Oct 2005 · R/2005/125

    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.

    171 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2005 to 28 Feb 2005

  32. SCUDO, ULYSSE · front hub security

    5 Sep 2003 · R/2003/141

    Front hub nut security pin may have been incorrectly fitted.

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

    31 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2003 to 30 Apr 2003

  33. SCUDO · possible cracking of lower engine stabiliser rod

    5 Sep 2003 · R/2003/132

    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.

    103 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2003 to 30 Apr 2003

  34. SCUDO · incorrect torque of wheel bolts

    17 Dec 2002 · R/2002/177

    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.

    414 vehicles · built 12 Oct 2002 to 23 Nov 2002

  35. SCUDO, ULYSSE · possible loss of brake servo assistance

    1 Aug 2002 · R/2002/102

    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.

    566 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2001 to 17 Jul 2002

  36. SCUDO, ULYSSE · steering arms may break

    25 Mar 2002 · R/2002/034

    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.

    302 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2001 to 31 Dec 2001

  37. SCUDO · vacuum pump drive pin

    16 Mar 2001 · R/2001/019

    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.

    2,318 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1999 to 30 Jun 2000

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Source: DVSA recalls register, check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk, copy dated 6 Sep 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall is listed here when DVSA names this model in it; the build dates on each recall say which cars it covers, and a registration check confirms your own.