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Fiat Sedici Recall R/2007/049: Handbrake May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do

DVSA reference R/2007/049, campaign code 5173. Data updated daily from DVSA.

Low
How serious
27 Apr 2007
Launched
1,479
vehicles in the UK
5173
Manufacturer’s campaign code

Fiat recalled Sedici vehicles built between 1 February 2006 and 31 December 2006. The possibility exists that a disconnection of the handbrake cable may occur which can result in the handbrake becoming inefficient. The dealer will check the fitment of the handbrake cable to the actuating lever. You won't usually pay for it.1

What’s Wrong

The possibility exists that a disconnection of the handbrake cable may occur which can result in the handbrake becoming inefficient.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: HANDBRAKE MAY FAIL Defect: It has been identified that the possibility exists that a disconnection of the handbrake cable may occur which can result in the handbrake becoming inefficient. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the fitment of the handbrake cable to the actuating lever checked. If found to be incorrect the situation will be rectified. If the handbrake cable is found to be damaged it will be replaced.

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The Risk

If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the handbrake becoming inefficient.

The Fix

The dealer will check the fitment of the handbrake cable to the actuating lever.

Are You Affected?

Sedici built between 1 February 2006 and 31 December 2006 may be included. Fiat estimates 1,479 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.

What To Do Now

  1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Fiat.
  2. Book with any franchised Fiat dealer, quoting the campaign code 5173 or the DVSA reference R/2007/049. See how to get a Fiat recall fixed.
  3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.

No other recalls for this model in DVSA’s data.

This is one of 199 Fiat recalls in DVSA’s data. The Fiat recall launched before it was R/2007/033 on 27 Apr 2007, for steering column may become disconnected. The one launched after it was R/2007/059 on 18 May 2007, for possibility of reduced braking performance. You can also see every Fiat recall and all recalls launched in 2007.

Source: DVSA recall R/2007/049, launched 27 April 2007. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.

Sources

  1. 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.