Alfa Romeo 147, GT Recall R/2007/082: Possibility Of Fire, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 10 Aug 2007
- Launched
- 890
- vehicles in the UK
- 5121
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Alfa Romeo recalled 147, GT vehicles built between 1 October 2005 and 31 August 2006. The fuel hose from the diesel filter to the high pressure pump may chafe on the fuel filter housing. The dealer will fit check the routing of the hose at which time if the hose is not damaged a new bracket to prevent chafing. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The fuel hose from the diesel filter to the high pressure pump may chafe on the fuel filter housing. In time this could result in a fuel leak and the possibility of an engine compartment fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBILITY OF FIRE Defect: There is a possibility that the fuel hose from the diesel filter to the high pressure pump may chafe on the fuel filter housing. In time this could result in a fuel leak and the possibility of an engine compartment fire. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the routing of the hose checked at which time if the hose is not damaged a new bracket will be fitted to prevent chafing. If the hose is damaged it will be replaced in addition a new bracket will be fitted.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a fuel leak and the possibility of an engine compartment fire.
The Fix
The dealer will fit check the routing of the hose at which time if the hose is not damaged a new bracket to prevent chafing.
Are You Affected?
147, GT built between 1 October 2005 and 31 August 2006 may be included. Alfa Romeo estimates 890 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 campaign code 5121 or the DVSA reference R/2007/082. 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, GTClutch may fail | Low | R/2006/166 | |
| 147, GTBraking efficiency may reduce | Urgent | R/2006/128 | |
| 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/2007/092 on 27 Jul 2007, for possible loss of vehicle control. The one launched after it was R/2007/174 on 7 Dec 2007, for brakes may fail. You can also see every Alfa Romeo recall, all recalls launched in 2007 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/082, launched 10 August 2007. 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.