Fiat Fullback Recall R/2018/095: Door Locks May Malfunction And Allow Doors To Open Unintentionally, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 30 Apr 2018
- Launched
- 448
- vehicles in the UK
- 6180
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Fiat recalled Fullback vehicles built between 12 February 2016 and 15 March 2017. On a number of Fiat Fullback vehicles in some weather conditions (high temperatures) the mechanism inside the door lock may not function as intended. The dealer will replace the door locks with compliant components. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
On a number of Fiat Fullback vehicles in some weather conditions (high temperatures) the mechanism inside the door lock may not function as intended. This can allow the door(s) to open unintentionally.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: DOOR LOCKS MAY MALFUNCTION AND ALLOW DOORS TO OPEN UNINTENTIONALLY Defect: On a number of Fiat Fullback vehicles in some weather conditions (high temperatures) the mechanism inside the door lock may not function as intended. This can allow the door(s) to open unintentionally. Remedy: The door locks must be replaced with compliant components.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: door locks may malfunction and allow doors to open unintentionally.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the door locks with compliant components.
Are You Affected?
Fullback built between 12 February 2016 and 15 March 2017 may be included. Fiat estimates 448 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 6180 or the DVSA reference R/2018/095. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FullbackPotential risk of access step detaching from vehicle body | Low | R/2019/197 | |
| 500XIf rear seat belts are not fastened and pretensioners are deployed the latch could be released | Urgent | R/2018/216 | |
| AbarthDoor panel may cause injury | Book soon | R/2013/027 | |
| UlysseElectric sliding rear door | Book soon | R/2003/139 |
This is one of 199 Fiat recalls in DVSA’s data. The Fiat recall launched before it was R/2018/038 on 16 Mar 2018, for intercooler sleeve may detach from the throttle body. The one launched after it was R/2018/208 on 24 Aug 2018, for engine suspension reaction bracket not fitted on the transmission side. You can also see every Fiat recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/095, launched 30 April 2018. 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.