Alfa Romeo 156 Recall R/2003/189: Brake Pipe May Chafe On Pas Pipe Mounting Bracket, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 26 Jan 2004
- Launched
- 29
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2003/189
- DVSA reference
Alfa Romeo recalled 156 vehicles built between 1 March 2003 and 31 March 2003. The fitting of an incorrect connector between the brake pipe and the master cylinder may cause the brake pipe to chafe on a power steering pipe support bracket. The dealer will replace the connector brake pipe and seals. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The fitting of an incorrect connector between the brake pipe and the master cylinder may cause the brake pipe to chafe on a power steering pipe support bracket. In the worst case this could result in a fluid leak and a reduction in braking efficiency.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKE PIPE MAY CHAFE ON PAS PIPE MOUNTING BRACKET Defect: The fitting of an incorrect connector between the brake pipe and the master cylinder may cause the brake pipe to chafe on a power steering pipe support bracket. In the worst case this could result in a fluid leak and a reduction in braking efficiency. Remedy: Replace the connector brake pipe and seals.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the brake pipe to chafe on a power steering pipe support bracket.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the connector brake pipe and seals.
Are You Affected?
156 built between 1 March 2003 and 31 March 2003 may be included. Alfa Romeo estimates 29 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Alfa Romeo, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Alfa Romeo.
- Book with any franchised Alfa Romeo dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2003/189. See how to get a Alfa Romeo recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156Possibility of engine bay fire | Urgent | R/2006/170 | |
| 147, 156, 2.5 V6Possible risk of fire and loss of power assisted steering | Urgent | R/2004/055 | |
| 156Loosening of front suspension | Book soon | R/2003/093 | |
| 156Brake pipe may chafe on cable bracket | Urgent | R/2002/146 | |
| 156Potential fuel leak | Urgent | R/2002/145 |
This is one of 55 Alfa Romeo recalls in DVSA’s data. The Alfa Romeo recall launched before it was R/2003/153 on 1 Oct 2003, for possible fire risk. The one launched after it was R/2004/055 on 5 Apr 2004, for possible risk of fire and loss of power assisted steering. You can also see every Alfa Romeo recall, all recalls launched in 2004 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2003/189, launched 26 January 2004. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.