Fiat Panda Recall R/2019/096: Non-conformity Of The Height Adjustment Mechanism Of The Steering Column, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 12 Apr 2019
- Launched
- 25
- vehicles in the UK
- 6207
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Fiat recalled Panda vehicles built between 6 September 2016 and 31 December 2018. The steering column height adjustment mechanism could accidentally release. The dealer will replace the steering column mechanism. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The steering column height adjustment mechanism could accidentally release.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: NON-CONFORMITY OF THE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM OF THE STEERING COLUMN Defect: The steering column height adjustment mechanism could accidentally release. Remedy: Replace the steering column mechanism.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: non-conformity of the height adjustment mechanism of the steering column.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the steering column mechanism.
Are You Affected?
Panda built between 6 September 2016 and 31 December 2018 may be included. Fiat estimates 25 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 6207 or the DVSA reference R/2019/096. 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 | |
| PandaEngine suspension reaction bracket not fitted on the transmission side | Book soon | R/2018/208 | |
| 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/2019/090 on 3 Apr 2019, for possible interference between fuel supply and return lines. The one launched after it was R/2019/114 on 26 Apr 2019, for the handbrake efficiency could be lost due to the parking brake cable production process. You can also see every Fiat recall, all recalls launched in 2019 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2019/096, launched 12 April 2019. 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.