Fiat Grande Punto Recall R/2009/131: Steering May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 14 Dec 2009
- Launched
- 308
- vehicles in the UK
- 5409
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Fiat recalled Grande Punto vehicles built between 1 July 2006 and 30 April 2008. The tightening torque of the steering shaft upper fixing bolt may not be correct. The dealer will check the subject bolt for correct torque which if necessary will be set to the correct specification. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The tightening torque of the steering shaft upper fixing bolt may not be correct. This may result in the emission of noise and in extreme cases breakage of the shaft which will result in loss of steering control.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: STEERING MAY FAIL Defect: It has been identified that the tightening torque of the steering shaft upper fixing bolt may not be correct. This may result in the emission of noise and in extreme cases breakage of the shaft which will result in loss of steering control. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the subject bolt checked for correct torque which if necessary will be set to the correct specification. If the torque is outside of the rework stipulated range the shaft will be replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the emission of noise and in extreme cases breakage of the shaft which will result in loss of steering control.
The Fix
The dealer will check the subject bolt for correct torque which if necessary will be set to the correct specification.
Are You Affected?
Grande Punto built between 1 July 2006 and 30 April 2008 may be included. Fiat estimates 308 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 5409 or the DVSA reference R/2009/131. 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/2009/130 | |
| 500, Grande Punto, Punto GrandeFuel may leak from manifold | Urgent | R/2008/181 | |
| Grande PuntoHeater/climate control wiring abrasion may result in a short circuit | Urgent | R/2008/109 | |
| 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/2009/130 on 14 Dec 2009, for steering may fail. The one launched after it was R/2010/047 on 4 Jun 2010, for headlights may fail. You can also see every Fiat recall, all recalls launched in 2009 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2009/131, launched 14 December 2009. 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.