Fiat Grande Punto Recall R/2008/109: Heater/climate Control Wiring Abrasion May Result In A Short Circuit, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 18 Aug 2008
- Launched
- 28,557
- vehicles in the UK
- 5299
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Fiat recalled Grande Punto vehicles built between 1 November 2006 and 31 October 2007. The possibility exists of interference between the heater/climate control wiring and a dashboard bracket due to a missing retainer clip. The dealer will inspect recalled vehicles for damage to the subject wiring which if this has occurred will be repaired and repositioned. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The possibility exists of interference between the heater/climate control wiring and a dashboard bracket due to a missing retainer clip. In this condition abrasion of the wiring may occur with the attendant risk of an electrical short circuit.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: HEATER/CLIMATE CONTROL WIRING ABRASION MAY RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT. Defect: It has been identified that the possibility exists of interference between the heater/climate control wiring and a dashboard bracket due to a missing retainer clip. In this condition abrasion of the wiring may occur with the attendant risk of an electrical short circuit Remedy: Recalled vehicles will be inspected for damage to the subject wiring which if this has occurred will be repaired and repositioned. In all cases a new clip will be fitted.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a SHORT CIRCUIT.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect recalled vehicles for damage to the subject wiring which if this has occurred will be repaired and repositioned.
Are You Affected?
Grande Punto built between 1 November 2006 and 31 October 2007 may be included. Fiat estimates 28,557 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 5299 or the DVSA reference R/2008/109. 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 | |
| Bravo, Grande Punto, Multipla, PandaBrakes may fail | Urgent | R/2007/173 | |
| Grande PuntoSteering column may become disconnected | Urgent | R/2007/033 |
This is one of 199 Fiat recalls in DVSA’s data. The Fiat recall launched before it was R/2008/071 on 29 May 2008, for possibiity of fire in the engine compartment. The one launched after it was R/2008/118 on 8 Sep 2008, for rear cross member welding may crack. You can also see every Fiat recall, all recalls launched in 2008 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2008/109, launched 18 August 2008. 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.