Alfa Romeo 147, GT Recall R/2006/128: Braking Efficiency May Reduce, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 19 Sep 2006
- Launched
- 3,950
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2006/128
- DVSA reference
Alfa Romeo recalled 147, GT vehicles built between 1 February 2003 and 28 February 2006. The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system does not operate properly when the space saver spare wheel is fitted. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to fit a new VDC electronic control unit that has upgraded software installed. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system does not operate properly when the space saver spare wheel is fitted. This could lead to the VDC warning lamp operating and may lead to reduced braking efficiency if the brakes are vigorously applied.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY REDUCE Defect: The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system does not operate properly when the space saver spare wheel is fitted. This could lead to the VDC warning lamp operating and may lead to reduced braking efficiency if the brakes are vigorously applied. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a new VDC electronic control unit that has upgraded software installed.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to the VDC warning lamp operating and may lead to reduced braking efficiency if the brakes are vigorously applied.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to fit a new VDC electronic control unit that has upgraded software installed. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
147, GT built between 1 February 2003 and 28 February 2006 may be included. Alfa Romeo estimates 3,950 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.
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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/2006/128. 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, 166Possible fuel leak | Urgent | R/2005/030 |
This is one of 55 Alfa Romeo recalls in DVSA’s data. The Alfa Romeo recall launched before it was R/2005/030 on 23 May 2005, for possible fuel leak. The one launched after it was R/2006/166 on 17 Oct 2006, for clutch may fail. You can also see every Alfa Romeo recall, all recalls launched in 2006 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2006/128, launched 19 September 2006. 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.