Fiat Bravo Recall R/2008/118: Rear Cross Member Welding May Crack, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 8 Sep 2008
- Launched
- 120
- vehicles in the UK
- 5298
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Fiat recalled Bravo vehicles built between 1 June 2007 and 30 June 2007. The possibility exists that a non conforming weld may be present on the vehicle's rear cross member with the fixing bracket for the wheel axle hub. The dealer will check the subject cross member identification numbers and weld markings; to ascertain whether they conform. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The possibility exists that a non conforming weld may be present on the vehicle's rear cross member with the fixing bracket for the wheel axle hub. This non conformity in time; could cause the weld to break and crack the rear cross member which could have an adverse effect on the vehicle's stability.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR CROSS MEMBER WELDING MAY CRACK Defect: It has been identified that the possibility exists that a non conforming weld may be present on the vehicle's rear cross member with the fixing bracket for the wheel axle hub. This non conformity in time; could cause the weld to break and crack the rear cross member which could have an adverse effect on the vehicle's stability. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the subject cross member identification numbers and weld markings checked; to ascertain whether they conform. Should this not be the case the cross member will be replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the weld to break and crack the rear cross member which could have an adverse effect on the vehicle's stability.
The Fix
The dealer will check the subject cross member identification numbers and weld markings; to ascertain whether they conform.
Are You Affected?
Bravo built between 1 June 2007 and 30 June 2007 may be included. Fiat estimates 120 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 5298 or the DVSA reference R/2008/118. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BravoPossibiity of fire in the engine compartment | Urgent | R/2008/071 | |
| Bravo, Grande Punto, Multipla, PandaBrakes may fail | Urgent | R/2007/173 | |
| BravoAnti-roll bar bush wear | Low | R/2007/121 | |
| Brava, BravoLoss of braking efficiency | Urgent | R/1998/020 | |
| DobloFiat professional Doblo tyre label | Book soon | R/2025/312 |
This is one of 199 Fiat recalls in DVSA’s data. The Fiat recall launched before it was R/2008/109 on 18 Aug 2008, for heater/climate control wiring abrasion may result in a short circuit. The one launched after it was R/2008/180 on 9 Jan 2009, for accelerator may stick. You can also see every Fiat recall, all recalls launched in 2008 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2008/118, launched 8 September 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.