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🧸 Product FR April 3, 2026

fiat — doblo, scudo voiture particulière

le moteur dv5r peut subir une perte de puissance en raison du glissement de la poulie de la pompe à eau. ce glissement peut provoquer un désalignement de la courroie de distribution, entraînant potentiellement l'arrêt du moteur. le pignon de la poulie de la pompe à eau peut se dé...

The Fiat Doblo and Scudo passenger vehicles may experience engine power loss due to a slipping water pump pulley. This can misalign the timing belt, potentially causing the engine to stop. The pulley gear may detach from the shaft, risking parts falling onto the road and increasing the chance of accidents and injuries.
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114 days in total
May 19, 2026 September 10, 2026
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What is this? This is about some Fiat cars (Doblo and Scudo). A part inside the engine called the water-pump pulley may slip. This can cause the timing belt to move out of place.

What's happening? If the pulley slips too much, the timing belt can stop working. The pulley’s gear might even come off while driving. This could mean parts fall onto the road and raise the chance of an accident.

Does this affect me? If you own or drive a Fiat Doblo or Scudo made with the DV5R engine in France, this issue could affect you.

What should I do? Stop driving the car and contact a Fiat dealer or mechanic right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unsure about any steps.

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Type: automobiles et moyens de déplacement · Category: automobiles, motos, scooters · Hazard: blessures · le moteur dv5r peut subir une perte de puissance en raison du glissement de la poulie de la pompe à eau. ce glissement peut provoquer un désalignement de la courroie de distribution, entraînant potentiellement l'arrêt du moteur. le pignon de la poulie de la pompe à eau peut se détacher de l'arbre, ce qui peut entraîner la perte de pièces sur la route et augmenter le risque d'accidents et de blessures.

First published
April 3, 2026
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/49431/rapex

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What is this product recall alert about?
fiat — doblo, scudo voiture particulière. The Fiat Doblo and Scudo passenger vehicles may experience engine power loss due to a slipping water pump pulley. This can misalign the timing belt, potentially causing the engine to stop. The pulley gear may detach from the shaft, risking parts falling onto the road and increasi...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 3, 2026 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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