Fiat Panda Recall R/2016/225: Transmission Mount May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 28 Oct 2016
- Launched
- 7
- vehicles in the UK
- 6062
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Fiat recalled Panda vehicles built between 28 August 2016 and 28 September 2016. Due to a nonconformity in the transmission casing mount material there is a possibility that the casting may fail. The dealer will check and if required replace the mounting with new quality assured item. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to a nonconformity in the transmission casing mount material there is a possibility that the casting may fail. This may affect the control of the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: TRANSMISSION MOUNT MAY FAIL Defect: It has been identified that due to a nonconformity in the transmission casing mount material there is a possibility that the casting may fail. This may affect the control of the vehicle. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required replace the mounting with new quality assured item.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: transmission mount may fail.
The Fix
The dealer will check and if required replace the mounting with new quality assured item.
Are You Affected?
Panda built between 28 August 2016 and 28 September 2016 may be included. Fiat estimates 7 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 6062 or the DVSA reference R/2016/225. 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/2016/194 on 23 Sep 2016, for seat may not perform as expected during a collision. The one launched after it was R/2016/247 on 25 Nov 2016, for reduced brake performance. You can also see every Fiat recall and all recalls launched in 2016.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/225, launched 28 October 2016. 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.