Alfa Romeo 8C Recall R/2013/079: Potential For Loss Of Vehicle Control, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 23 Jul 2013
- Launched
- 41
- vehicles in the UK
- 205
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Alfa Romeo recalled 8C vehicles built between 18 December 2007 and 18 March 2009. The tie rod for toe in adjustment could fail at the threads and cause loss of vehicle control. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace both rear tie bars. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The tie rod for toe in adjustment could fail at the threads and cause loss of vehicle control. This is due to a nonconformity in production.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POTENTIAL FOR LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL Defect: The tie rod for toe in adjustment could fail at the threads and cause loss of vehicle control. This is due to a nonconformity in production. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace both rear tie bars.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: potential for loss of vehicle control.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace both rear tie bars.
Are You Affected?
8C built between 18 December 2007 and 18 March 2009 may be included. Alfa Romeo estimates 41 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 campaign code 205 or the DVSA reference R/2013/079. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8CRear wheels may lock up | Book soon | R/2011/138 | |
| 8CLoss of steering control | Urgent | R/2009/010 |
This is one of 55 Alfa Romeo recalls in DVSA’s data. The Alfa Romeo recall launched before it was R/2012/141 on 7 Dec 2012, for braking efficiency may be reduced. The one launched after it was R/2015/124 on 3 Jul 2015, for gearbox may not function as intended. You can also see every Alfa Romeo recall and all recalls launched in 2013.
Source: DVSA recall R/2013/079, launched 23 July 2013. 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.