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Alfa Romeo

156

7 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.

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Alfa Romeo 156

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  1. POSSIBILITY OF ENGINE BAY FIRE

    R/2006/170 · 30 Oct 2006

    30 Oct 2006

    Defect

    It has been identified that on a small number of vehicles the possibility exists there may be a short circuit situation within the engine additional heater system during the warm up period which could lead to a fire within the engine compartment.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the electrical supply to the additional heater modified; in order to avoid the possibility of the short circuit occurring.

    Build window

    Built 1 Nov 2001 – 31 Dec 2004

    ~1,549 vehicles affected

  2. POSSIBLE RISK OF FIRE AND LOSS OF POWER ASSISTED STEERING

    R/2004/055 · 5 Apr 2004

    5 Apr 2004

    Defect

    There is a possibility that the high pressure power steering pipe may contact the exhaust downpipe which may result in a risk of fire and loss of power steering assistance.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles check pipe for contact with exhaust and fit extra retaining bracket to power assisted steering pipe.

    Build window

    Built 10 Mar 2000 – 11 Mar 2003

    ~1,118 vehicles affected

  3. BRAKE PIPE MAY CHAFE ON PAS PIPE MOUNTING BRACKET

    R/2003/189 · 26 Jan 2004

    26 Jan 2004

    Defect

    The fitting of an incorrect connector between the brake pipe and the master cylinder may cause the brake pipe to chafe on a power steering pipe support bracket. In the worst case this could result in a fluid leak and a reduction in braking efficiency.

    Remedy

    Replace the connector brake pipe and seals.

    Build window

    Built 1 Mar 2003 – 31 Mar 2003

    ~29 vehicles affected

  4. LOOSENING OF FRONT SUSPENSION

    R/2003/093 · 11 Aug 2003

    11 Aug 2003

    Defect

    Gradual loosening of the front suspension may result in noise and deterioration of the suspension and handling characteristics.

    Remedy

    Replace the original equipment front suspension reinforcing plates and fasteners with modified components.

    Build window

    Built 1 Jan 2002 – 6 Jun 2003

    ~213 vehicles affected

  5. BRAKE PIPE MAY CHAFE ON CABLE BRACKET

    R/2002/146 · 4 Oct 2002

    4 Oct 2002

    Defect

    The metal brake pipe between the master cylinder and the ABS unit may chafe on a cable bracket. A seriously damaged brake pipe will reduce the braking efficiency.

    Remedy

    Check brake pipe condition and clearances. Renew any damaged pipes.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~256 vehicles affected

  6. POTENTIAL FUEL LEAK

    R/2002/145 · 2 Aug 2002

    2 Aug 2002

    Defect

    The fuel delivery pipe from the pump may due to engine movement become strained at its connection to the injector rail. This could result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Fit two additional support clips to the fuel delivery pipe.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~73 vehicles affected

  7. BRAKE PIPE CONNECTOR MAY CRACK AND LEAK

    R/1998/097 · 23 Dec 1998

    23 Dec 1998

    Defect

    On some right hand drive 156 vehicles the brake master cylinder supply pipe connectors could develop cracks and leak hydraulic fluid with a possible reduction in braking efficiency of one of the two circuits.

    Remedy

    Recall potentially affected vehicles and replace suspect connectors and two rubber flexible pipes on the brake master cylinder with new upgraded ones.

    Build window

    Built 1 Nov 1997 – 31 Oct 1998

    ~4,564 vehicles affected

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Last indexed: 2026-04-26.

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