Fiat Ulysse Recall R/2007/078: Brake Servo Assistance May Be Reduced, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 22 Jun 2007
- Launched
- 2,986
- vehicles in the UK
- 5140
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Fiat recalled Ulysse vehicles built between 1 August 2002 and 31 December 2004. Due to the inlet filter for the exhaust gas recirculating valve (EGR) being in an exposed position there is a possibility of water entering the brake servo vacuum pipe. The dealer will check the EGR valve solenoids for the presence of separate air filters. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to the inlet filter for the exhaust gas recirculating valve (EGR) being in an exposed position there is a possibility of water entering the brake servo vacuum pipe. This can give rise to the possibility of ice forming within the pipe during periods of low ambient temperature with the possibility of reduced brake servo assistance.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE MAY BE REDUCED Defect: It has been identified that due to the inlet filter for the exhaust gas recirculating valve (EGR) being in an exposed position there is a possibility of water entering the brake servo vacuum pipe. This can give rise to the possibility of ice forming within the pipe during periods of low ambient temperature with the possibility of reduced brake servo assistance. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the EGR valve solenoids checked for the presence of separate air filters. If this is not the case new solenoids with separate filters will be fitted.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: brake servo assistance may be reduced.
The Fix
The dealer will check the EGR valve solenoids for the presence of separate air filters.
Are You Affected?
Ulysse built between 1 August 2002 and 31 December 2004 may be included. Fiat estimates 2,986 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 5140 or the DVSA reference R/2007/078. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| UlysseIncorrectly positioned fuel pipe | Urgent | R/2022/306 | |
| UlyssePossibility of inadvertent airbag activation | Urgent | R/2005/111 | |
| UlysseSound deadening guard may become detached | Low | R/2005/110 | |
| UlysseBrake vacuum assistance may reduce | Urgent | R/2005/109 | |
| Scudo, UlysseFront hub security | Low | R/2003/141 |
This is one of 199 Fiat recalls in DVSA’s data. The Fiat recall launched before it was R/2007/068 on 29 May 2007, for fuel may leak. The one launched after it was R/2007/113 on 13 Aug 2007, for steering swivel joint may fail resulting in loss of vehicle control. You can also see every Fiat recall, all recalls launched in 2007 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/078, launched 22 June 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.