Fiat Panda Recall R/2018/208: Engine Suspension Reaction Bracket Not Fitted On The Transmission Side, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 24 Aug 2018
- Launched
- 134
- vehicles in the UK
- 6200
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Fiat recalled Panda vehicles built between 4 April 2018 and 6 July 2018. Some vehicles were assembled without the engine suspension reaction bracket fitted on the transmission side. The dealer will fit the missing components (transmission reaction bracket and washer). You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Some vehicles were assembled without the engine suspension reaction bracket fitted on the transmission side. The vehicles must be repaired by fitting the missing components (transmission reaction bracket and washer). The defect can be detected by noise and vibration being emitted from the front area of the vehicle. If ignored a possible consequence is a failed differential box resulting in oil leakage and in some cases the drive shaft could become disengaged and drop below the vehicle whilst in motion.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE SUSPENSION REACTION BRACKET NOT FITTED ON THE TRANSMISSION SIDE Defect: Some vehicles were assembled without the engine suspension reaction bracket fitted on the transmission side. The vehicles must be repaired by fitting the missing components (transmission reaction bracket and washer). The defect can be detected by noise and vibration being emitted from the front area of the vehicle. If ignored a possible consequence is a failed differential box resulting in oil leakage and in some cases the drive shaft could become disengaged and drop below the vehicle whilst in motion. Remedy: Fit the missing components (transmission reaction bracket and washer).
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in oil leakage and in some cases the drive shaft could become disengaged and drop below the vehicle whilst in motion.
The Fix
The dealer will fit the missing components (transmission reaction bracket and washer).
Are You Affected?
Panda built between 4 April 2018 and 6 July 2018 may be included. Fiat estimates 134 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 6200 or the DVSA reference R/2018/208. 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 | |
| PandaTransmission mount may fail | Low | R/2016/225 |
This is one of 199 Fiat recalls in DVSA’s data. The Fiat recall launched before it was R/2018/095 on 30 Apr 2018, for door locks may malfunction and allow doors to open unintentionally. The one launched after it was R/2018/216 on 7 Sep 2018, for if rear seat belts are not fastened and pretensioners are deployed the latch could be…. You can also see every Fiat recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/208, launched 24 August 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.