Fiat Ducato: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 4,701 Fiat Ducato cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1983 and 2026.
In a sample of 394 cars, 74.9% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre tread depth insufficient (17% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 22 recalls for this model; 1.7% of registered cars still have an open recall.
4.3% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 17% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 16.8% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 15.7% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 10.7% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 10.7% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 9.9% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 6.3% |
| Airbag/seatbelt warning indicates a fault | 6.1% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 5.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 4.8% |
Share of 394 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 10.4% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 6.9% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 6.6% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 4.1% |
| Rust damage, thickness reduced by more than 15% | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 4,701 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 1.7% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 4.3% |
| Used as a taxi | 4.9% |
| First registered | 1983 to 2026 |
All Fiat Ducato passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-03 | lights | – | 1,569 |
| 2026-03-12 | seats | – | 0 |
| 2026-02-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 12 |
| 2025-09-18 | brakes | – | 317 |
| 2024-02-01 | steering | serious | 572 |
| 2022-06-17 | lights | – | 7 |
| 2021-09-28 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 18 |
| 2021-04-26 | suspension | – | 585 |
| 2020-05-07 | electrical system | – | 69 |
| 2020-04-14 | brakes | – | 91 |
| 2020-04-14 | electrical system | – | 7 |
| 2019-11-21 | electrical system | serious | 88 |
| 2019-10-21 | brakes | serious | 2 |
| 2019-03-27 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 75 |
| 2019-03-26 | suspension | serious | 0 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Fiat Ducato fail the APK?
In a sample of 394 cars first registered 2012–2021, 74.9% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Fiat Ducato?
The most common APK defects are: tyre tread depth insufficient (17%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (16.8%), tyre pressure incorrect (15.7%).
Does the Fiat Ducato have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 22 recalls. 1.7% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.