Fiat Grande Punto Recall R/2007/033: Steering Column May Become Disconnected, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 27 Apr 2007
- Launched
- 5,638
- vehicles in the UK
- 5156
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Fiat recalled Grande Punto vehicles built between 1 June 2006 and 31 July 2006. Incorrect profile (flaring) of the end of the steering shaft at the upper steering column universal joint. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to inspect the profile and flaring of the end of the steering shaft at the upper universal joint and where necessary renew the shaft. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Incorrect profile (flaring) of the end of the steering shaft at the upper steering column universal joint. This may give the possibility of the steering column becoming disconnected from the universal joint with a consequent loss of vehicle steering.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: STEERING COLUMN MAY BECOME DISCONNECTED Defect: Incorrect profile (flaring) of the end of the steering shaft at the upper steering column universal joint. This may give the possibility of the steering column becoming disconnected from the universal joint with a consequent loss of vehicle steering. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect the profile and flaring of the end of the steering shaft at the upper universal joint and where necessary renew the shaft.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: steering column may become disconnected.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to inspect the profile and flaring of the end of the steering shaft at the upper universal joint and where necessary renew the shaft.
Are You Affected?
Grande Punto built between 1 June 2006 and 31 July 2006 may be included. Fiat estimates 5,638 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Fiat, 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 Fiat.
- Book with any franchised Fiat dealer, quoting the campaign code 5156 or the DVSA reference R/2007/033. See how to get a Fiat 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grande PuntoSteering may fail | Urgent | R/2009/131 | |
| Grande PuntoSteering may fail | Urgent | R/2009/130 | |
| 500, Grande Punto, Punto GrandeFuel may leak from manifold | Urgent | R/2008/181 | |
| Grande PuntoHeater/climate control wiring abrasion may result in a short circuit | Urgent | R/2008/109 | |
| Bravo, Grande Punto, Multipla, PandaBrakes may fail | Urgent | R/2007/173 |
This is one of 199 Fiat recalls in DVSA’s data. The Fiat recall launched before it was R/2007/012 on 20 Apr 2007, for engine power may be lost. The one launched after it was R/2007/049 on 27 Apr 2007, for handbrake may fail. You can also see every Fiat recall, all recalls launched in 2007 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/033, launched 27 April 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.