Alfa Romeo 147, 166 Recall R/2005/030: Possible Fuel Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 23 May 2005
- Launched
- 865
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2005/030
- DVSA reference
Alfa Romeo recalled 147, 166 vehicles built between 10 May 2004 and 10 September 2004. 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. The dealer will inspect the fuel tank for cracks and replaced if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
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.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK Defect: 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. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the fuel tank inspected for cracks and replaced if necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: possible fuel leak.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the fuel tank for cracks and replaced if necessary.
Are You Affected?
147, 166 built between 10 May 2004 and 10 September 2004 may be included. Alfa Romeo estimates 865 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/2005/030. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 147Tyre sidewall may crack | Book soon | R/2010/025 | |
| 147, 159, Brera, GT and 1 moreBrakes may fail | Urgent | R/2007/174 | |
| 147, GTPossibility of fire | Urgent | R/2007/082 | |
| 147, GTClutch may fail | Low | R/2006/166 | |
| 147, GTBraking efficiency may reduce | Urgent | R/2006/128 |
This is one of 55 Alfa Romeo recalls in DVSA’s data. The Alfa Romeo recall launched before it was R/2004/055 on 5 Apr 2004, for possible risk of fire and loss of power assisted steering. The one launched after it was R/2006/128 on 19 Sep 2006, for braking efficiency may reduce. You can also see every Alfa Romeo recall, all recalls launched in 2005 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2005/030, launched 23 May 2005. 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.