Fiat Scudo recalls

40 official safety recalls for the Fiat Scudo from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Corrosion may break control-arm joints and bolts

    Reported June 16, 2026Model years 2022EU Safety Gate SR/02229/26

    Corrosion may break the mounting bolts and front control-arm joints, affecting handling and making the vehicle unpredictable. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    Corrosion may cause the mounting bolts and front control-arm joints to break. This could affect the vehicle’s handling and make it unpredictable, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  2. Starter may contact the battery cable

    Reported May 26, 2026Model years 2025–2026EU Safety Gate SR/01585/26

    Insufficient cable protection may allow the starter to contact the battery positive cable, causing an electrical arc or short circuit, smoke and fire. The recall asks end users to return the product.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Fire
    Defect
    The starter body may contact the battery’s positive cable due to insufficient cable protection. This could cause an electric arc or short circuit, leading to smoke from the engine compartment and a fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  3. Fuel rail nut may loosen and cause a leak

    Reported February 16, 2026Model years 2025DVSA recall R/2026/041276 vehicles affected

    A non-conforming fuel injection common rail may allow its nut to loosen and fuel to leak. The rail will be checked and, if necessary, replaced along with the high-pressure fuel pipes.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Fiat Professional 2025 Doblo and Scudo. Fuel injection common rail. Fuel leak
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Check the fuel injection common rail and if necessary replace the rail and high-pressure fuel pipes.

  4. Instrument panel may show a black screen

    Reported February 13, 2026Model years 2023–2025DVSA recall R/2026/0332,194 vehicles affected

    A black screen on the instrument panel may make several functions unavailable to view. The in-vehicle infotainment software will be updated over the air.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Fiat Professional Scudo and Doblo. IVI software via OTA update.
    Defect
    Affected vehicle may face a black screen on the Instrument Panel Cluster with several functions not available to view.
    Remedy
    Update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-the-Air.

  5. Engine control calibration may not meet emissions requirements

    Reported December 9, 2025Model years 2022–2024DVSA recall R/2025/507192 vehicles affected

    The engine control module calibration may not meet emissions requirements due to a production issue. The engine control module software calibration will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Engine Control Module calibration Low In-Use Performance-Ratio
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Update the ECM software calibration

  6. Rear brake discs may crack

    Reported September 29, 2025Model years 2025EU Safety Gate SR/03550/25

    Poor contact between the rear brake discs and wheel hubs can concentrate stress, causing cracks, loose wheel bolts or a detached wheel. A crack may also impair braking. The recall remedy is to recall the product from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    The rear brake discs do not have sufficient contact with the wheel hub, resulting in an abnormal concentration of stress on them. This might cause cracks and a reduced transmission of torque, resulting in the loosening of the wheel bolts, leading to an increased risk of a wheel becoming detached from the vehicle. Moreover, a crack that forms a groove in the surface of a brake disc might impair the braking function, increasing the risk of injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  7. Radio display screen may be insecurely fixed

    Reported December 19, 2024Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2024/426EU Safety Gate A12/03242/24656 vehicles affected

    The radio display screen may not be secured correctly. Its fixings will be checked and any missing ones added.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Fiat Scudo. Multifunction screen fixings.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the radio display screen may be incorrectly secured.
    Remedy
    Check the fixing of the screen and add any missing fixings.

  8. Seat fixings may allow seats to move in a collision

    Reported November 29, 2024Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2024/45875 vehicles affected

    Fixings for first- and/or second-row seats may be insufficient, allowing a seat to move in a collision. The seat fixings will be reworked.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Fiat Scudo seat fixing
    Defect
    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
    Remedy
    On the affected vehicles seat fixings will be reworked

  9. Incorrect rear springs may affect handling or detach

    Reported September 13, 2024Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2024/32580 vehicles affected

    Incorrect rear springs may impair driving behaviour when the vehicle is fully loaded or, in the worst case, detach when it is empty. Replace both rear springs.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Fiat Scudo Rear suspension springs
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Replace both rear springs.

  10. Loose ground connections may disable vehicle functions

    Reported June 14, 2024Model years 2023–2024DVSA recall R/2024/2263 vehicles affected

    Some electrical harness ground connections may be lost, causing several vehicle functions to stop working. The connections will be checked and retightened.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Ground connections
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Check and re-tighten the ground connections.

  11. Urea pump diagnostics calibration may not meet requirements

    Reported September 29, 2023Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2023/268273 vehicles affected

    The engine control unit calibration for urea pump diagnostics does not fulfil the regulation requirement. Update the calibration software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    The calibration for urea pump diagnostics in the ECU (Engine Control Unit) is not fulfilling regulation requirement
    Defect
    The calibration for urea pump diagnostics in the ECU (Engine Control Unit) is not fulfilling the regulation requirement.
    Remedy
    Update to the ECU (engine control unit) calibration software.

  12. Air conditioning fault may cause engine shutdown

    Reported June 10, 2023Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2023/146518 vehicles affected

    An air conditioning compressor issue may shut down the powertrain, causing the engine not to start or to stall. Modified ECU software will be uploaded.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    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.
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    The repair is an upload of modified ECU software.

  13. Steering rack may not be tightened sufficiently

    Reported March 23, 2023Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2023/0931 vehicle affected

    The steering rack may not have been tightened to the required torque. The left steering pinion tie rod retainer nut will be replaced and tightened to the correct torque.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On the affected vehicle the tightening torque applied to the steering rack during production may be insufficient.
    Defect
    On the affected vehicle the tightening torque applied to the steering rack during production may be insufficient.
    Remedy
    The repair is replacement of the left steering pinion tie rod retainer nut and apply the correct torque.

  14. Fuel pipe may be incorrectly positioned

    Reported November 10, 2022Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2022/3054 vehicles affected

    The fuel pipe may be incorrectly positioned. Its position will be checked and corrected if necessary, and a protective sleeve fitted.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    INCORRECTLY POSITIONED FUEL PIPE
    Defect
    Some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe.
    Remedy
    Check fuel pipe positioning correct if necessary and fit protective sleeve.

  15. Front crossmember may be incorrectly tightened

    Reported September 9, 2022Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2022/2402 vehicles affected

    The front crossmember may be incorrectly tightened. Its bolts will be checked and tightened to the prescribed torque; the steering rack will be replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN FITTED WITH THE FRONT CROSSMEMBER INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED
    Defect
    Vehicles may have been fitted with the front crossmember incorrectly tightened.
    Remedy
    Check and tighten the bolts on the front crossmember to the prescribed torque. Replacement of the steering rack if necessary.

  16. High-voltage harness connector may be out of specification

    Reported September 9, 2022Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2022/21911 vehicles affected

    The high-voltage harness connector may not meet specification. It will be checked and the harness replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A HIGH VOLTAGE HARNESS CONNECTOR MIGHT NOT BE TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    A High Voltage Harness connector might not be to the correct specification
    Remedy
    Check the connector and if required replace the harness.

  17. Ballast support bracket may break

    Reported October 17, 2019Model years 2013–2016DVSA recall R/2019/310345 vehicles affected

    The bracket welded to the rear floor could break. Two new fixings will be added for each ballast support.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE BALLAST SUPPORT BRACKET WELDED TO THE REAR FLOOR COUD BREAK
    Defect
    The ballast support bracket welded to the rear floor could break
    Remedy
    Add two new fixings for each ballast support

  18. Driver's airbag may deploy incorrectly

    Reported September 23, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/1936 vehicles affected

    In a significant frontal collision, a production fault may cause contaminated parts in the driver's airbag module to injure the driver when the airbag deploys. The airbag inflator will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY INCORRECTLY
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag inflator.

  19. Fuel heater connector may overheat and leak fuel

    Reported December 4, 2015Model years 2012–2015DVSA recall R/2015/213674 vehicles affected

    Repeated use in cold conditions may overheat the fuel heater connector, allowing air in and causing difficult starting or engine stalling. In extreme cases, fuel may leak onto the road. The cover and connector will be checked and replaced if damaged or deteriorated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Check the condition of the heated diesel filter cover and connector. If deteriorated or damaged replace the cover or connector.

  20. Fuel return pipe may leak

    Reported March 6, 2015Model years 2011–2014DVSA recall R/2015/030492 vehicles affected

    The fuel return pipe connector at the injectors may wear over time and leak, creating a fire risk and a hazard to other road users. The fuel return pipe will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POTENTIAL FIRE
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return pipe.

  21. Wiper motor may fail

    Reported February 26, 2014Model years 2013DVSA recall R/2014/01949 vehicles affected

    An internal wiper motor fault could stop the windscreen wipers while they are operating. The motor's manufacturing date will be checked and a supplementary earth wiring harness added if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FRONT WIPER MAY FAIL
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and check the manufacturing date of the wiper motor and add a supplementary earth wiring harness if necessary.

  22. Front brake discs may reduce braking efficiency

    Reported February 26, 2014Model years 2013DVSA recall R/2014/01849 vehicles affected

    Front brake discs may be thinner than required, which could reduce braking efficiency. The discs will be checked and replaced where necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the front brake discs.

  23. Steering shaft may be assembled incorrectly

    Reported September 15, 2013Model years 2011DVSA recall R/2013/10216 vehicles affected

    The steering column may not be correctly assembled to the steering wheel shaft. Noise and play may develop, and steering control could eventually be lost. The connection will be checked and correctly refitted where needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    LOSS OF STEERING
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary refit the steering column correctly to the steering wheel shaft.

  24. Rear suspension coil spring may fail

    Reported March 19, 2012DVSA recall R/2012/0352 vehicles affected

    The right rear suspension coil spring may have been damaged during assembly and could fail over time. It will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REAR SUSPENSION MAY FAIL
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the coil spring.

  25. Power steering wiring may be damaged

    Reported October 7, 2011DVSA recall R/2011/130387 vehicles affected

    Wiring for the electric power steering pump may rub against the wheel arch and become damaged, causing loss of steering assistance. It will be protected with a pipe and secured in the correct position.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POWER ASSISTANCE TO STEERING MAY BE LOST
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    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.

  26. Fuel return pipe may leak

    Reported May 6, 2011Model years 2010DVSA recall R/2011/03717 vehicles affected

    The fuel return pipe may contact the engine mounting or fuel filter. It will be checked, rerouted and fitted with a protective sheath.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    The fuel return pipe on 2.0 16v JTD engine variants may interfere with the engine mounting and/or fuel filter.
    Remedy
    Check and re-route the pipe and fit a protective sheath.

  27. Brake linkage rod may reduce braking efficiency

    Reported October 8, 2010Model years 2010DVSA recall R/2010/138251 vehicles affected

    The threaded portion of the brake linkage rod may not meet specifications, reducing braking efficiency. The rod will be checked and replaced if it does not conform.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles to check rod and replace if found not to meet conformity.

  28. Fuel return pipe may wear and leak

    Reported June 4, 2010Model years 2006–2007DVSA recall R/2010/0521,463 vehicles affected

    The fuel return pipe may contact the engine sound insulation cover and wear, potentially causing a fuel leak. A retaining fastener will be fitted to the pipe.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FIRE MAY OCCUR
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a holding fastener to the fuel return pipe.

  29. Rear brake lining may become contaminated

    Reported June 4, 2010Model years 2007–2009DVSA recall R/2010/04921 vehicles affected

    Water and debris may enter the rear brake drums through the back plate and contaminate the brake lining, affecting braking performance. A gasket will be fitted where the handbrake cable enters the drum.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAYBE AFFECTED
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles to fit a gasket to the back plate where the handbrake cable enters the brake drum through the back plate.

  30. Headlights may fail

    Reported June 4, 2010Model years 2006–2007DVSA recall R/2010/0475,384 vehicles affected

    A body control computer software problem may cause the headlights to fail. The software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    HEADLIGHTS MAY FAIL
    Defect
    The headlights may fail because of a Body Control Computer software problem.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to update the software.

  31. Brake pedal may need more force

    Reported September 3, 2009Model years 2006–2009DVSA recall R/2009/0774,329 vehicles affected

    A non-compliant valve in the brake booster vacuum pump may cause loss of vacuum assistance, so more force may be needed to apply the brake pedal. The pump will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKE PEDAL MAY NEED INCREASED FORCE DURING APPLICATION
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and replace pump.

  32. Accelerator pedal may stick

    Reported January 9, 2009Model years 2008DVSA recall R/2008/180158 vehicles affected

    The accelerator pedal's rotation pin may not have been fitted correctly, which could cause the pedal to stick. The pedal will be checked and replaced if the pin is missing.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ACCELERATOR MAY STICK
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    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.

  33. Front suspension swivel joint may fail

    Reported August 13, 2007Model years 2007DVSA recall R/2007/113198 vehicles affected

    An incorrectly sized swivel joint stem may cause noise and, after a violent front axle impact, the suspension could disconnect and vehicle control could be lost. Stems will be checked for play and replaced if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING SWIVEL JOINT MAY FAIL RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the swivel joint stems checked for the presence of play and will be replaced if any is found.

  34. Brake vacuum pipe may be damaged

    Reported October 5, 2005Model years 2005DVSA recall R/2005/125171 vehicles affected

    Incorrect routing may damage the brake servo vacuum pipe and reduce braking assistance. The pipe will be checked and rerouted, and replaced if damaged.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ROUTING OF BRAKE VACUUM PIPE MAY BE INCORRECT
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the subject pipe checked and re-routed. Should any damage be found the pipe will be replaced.

  35. Front hub security pin may be fitted incorrectly

    Reported September 5, 2003Model years 2003DVSA recall R/2003/14162 vehicles affected

    The front hub nut security pin may be fitted incorrectly. Its fitment will be checked and the pin replaced if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FRONT HUB SECURITY
    Defect
    Front hub nut security pin may have been incorrectly fitted.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles check for correct fitment of pin and replace if necessary

  36. Lower engine stabiliser rod may crack

    Reported September 5, 2003Model years 2003DVSA recall R/2003/132103 vehicles affected

    The lower engine stabiliser rod may crack or break, which could detach the offside driveshaft on full lock. The rod welds will be inspected and a new rod fitted where necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE CRACKING OF LOWER ENGINE STABILISER ROD
    Defect
    The lower engine stabiliser rod may crack or break. This could result in detachment of the off side drive shaft on full lock.
    Remedy
    Inspect the stabiliser rod welding and fit a new rod where found necessary.

  37. Wheel bolts may loosen

    Reported December 17, 2002Model years 2002DVSA recall R/2002/177414 vehicles affected

    Wheel bolts may not have been tightened to the correct torque and could loosen over time. Dealers will check the torque and tighten or replace the bolts as appropriate.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    INCORRECT TORQUE OF WHEEL BOLTS
    Defect
    The road wheel fixing bolts may not have been correctly torqued and could loosen over a period of use.
    Remedy
    Check the wheel fixing bolts for correct torque and tighten or renew as appropriate.

  38. Brake assistance may fail in very cold temperatures

    Reported August 1, 2002Model years 2001–2002DVSA recall R/2002/1021,132 vehicles affected

    The control solenoids may fail to operate in very cold temperatures, causing loss of brake servo assistance. The solenoids will be replaced and a weather shield fitted.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE LOSS OF BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE
    Defect
    There is a possibility that the control solenoids may not function in very cold temperatures resulting in loss of servo assistance.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and replace control solenoids and fit weather shield.

  39. Steering arms may break under unusual stress

    Reported March 25, 2002Model years 2001DVSA recall R/2002/034604 vehicles affected

    Steering arms may break under unusual stress, such as an impact, because they do not meet specification. The steering arms will be replaced with the correct type.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING ARMS MAY BREAK
    Defect
    There is a possibility that due to an incorrect specification the steering arms when subjected to unusual stress such as an impact may break.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and replace steering arms with correct specification type.

  40. Vacuum pump drive coupling may break

    Reported March 16, 2001Model years 1999–2000DVSA recall R/2001/0192,318 vehicles affected

    The brake vacuum pump drive coupling may break, causing loss of power assistance at the brake pedal. A quality assured replacement drive pin will be fitted to the vacuum pump.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VACUUM PUMP DRIVE PIN
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles to fit a quality assured replacement drive pin to the vacuum pump.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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