Fiat Panda Recall R/2007/068: Fuel May Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 29 May 2007
- Launched
- 919
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2007/068
- DVSA reference
Fiat recalled Panda vehicles built between 1 July 2005 and 31 January 2006. Fuel delivery pipe adjacent to air filter may chafe. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel delivery pipe and where necessary replace the pipe containment channel. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Fuel delivery pipe adjacent to air filter may chafe. This in time could lead to leakage of fuel in the engine compartment and a consequent risk of fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FUEL MAY LEAK Defect: Fuel delivery pipe adjacent to air filter may chafe. This in time could lead to leakage of fuel in the engine compartment and a consequent risk of fire. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel delivery pipe and where necessary replace the pipe containment channel.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to leakage of fuel in the engine compartment and a consequent risk of fire.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel delivery pipe and where necessary replace the pipe containment channel.
Are You Affected?
Panda built between 1 July 2005 and 31 January 2006 may be included. Fiat estimates 919 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 DVSA reference R/2007/068. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500, PandaIncorrect information on the registration document and CoC (certificate of Conformity) | Low | R/2023/313 | |
| 500, PandaReverse gear switch not functioning as intended | Low | R/2024/144 | |
| PandaSide airbag/head airbag crash sensor not correctly connected | Urgent | R/2023/282 | |
| PandaNon-conformity of the height adjustment mechanism of the steering column | Urgent | R/2019/096 | |
| PandaEngine suspension reaction bracket not fitted on the transmission side | Book soon | R/2018/208 |
This is one of 199 Fiat recalls in DVSA’s data. The Fiat recall launched before it was R/2007/059 on 18 May 2007, for possibility of reduced braking performance. The one launched after it was R/2007/078 on 22 Jun 2007, for brake servo assistance may be reduced. You can also see every Fiat recall, all recalls launched in 2007 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/068, launched 29 May 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.