Vehicle recall R/2017/283

Fiat Ducato recall: EGR pipe could fracture due to a potential non-conformity

DVSA recall R/2017/283 names the Fiat Ducato. It was launched 30 November 2017. It covers vehicles built 17 February 2016 to 13 September 2017.

Recall data updated 22 September 2026

Recall: R/2017/283
Launched: 30 November 2017
Issued by: FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD
Manufacturer reference: 6152
Vehicles: 4,486 across the lines below

What can go wrong

The EGR pipe could fracture due to a potential non-conformity the fractured pipe may damage the alternator resulting in a loss of battery voltage and potentially a loss of engine power.

The fix

The pipe must be checked and if incorrect replaced with a new part.

Models and build dates

As listed in the DVSA recall file. Vehicle numbers are DVSA figures for each line.
Model	Built	Vehicles
Fiat Ducato	17 February 2016 to 13 September 2017	4,486

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Other recalls for these models

R/2018/038 Intercooler sleeve may detach from the throttle body 16 March 2018, Fiat Ducato
R/2017/085 Camshaft may fail 6 March 2017, Fiat Ducato
R/2019/090 Possible interference between fuel supply and return lines 3 April 2019, Fiat Ducato
R/2019/103 Intercooler sleeve may become detached 10 May 2019, Fiat Ducato
R/2019/284 Potential movement of the battery 30 August 2019, Fiat Ducato
R/2015/255 Electronic systems may be deactivated 22 January 2016, Fiat Ducato

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Source

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: DVSA vehicle recall records (RecallsFile.csv), recalls launched 1992 to 2026. Recall data updated 22 September 2026.

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