Electric power steering column (Dualdrive)
usually 80,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Heavy steering, EPS warning
Fix: Repair or replace the column / sensor
€200–700
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Fiat Fiorino / Qubo
2008–now
2
engines covered
9
known faults
12,483
roadworthiness tests in the statistics
3
official recalls
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The Fiat Fiorino / Qubo has been built since 2008.
For this generation we cover 2 engines and 9 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is Dualogic / Selespeed hydraulic pump & actuator: it usually appears at 60,000–150,000 km and costs €500–1,500 to fix.
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 100–150 thousand km this model most often failed on: lights, wipers and visibility (18.1 %), suspension (17.3 %), tyres and wheels (9.5 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: suspension, tyres and wheels, exhaust, emissions and leaks. It fails less often than average on: brakes.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 / 1.2 / 1.4 8v & 16v FIRE | Petrol | Belt · 90,000 km / every 60 mo | 5W-40 · Fiat 9.55535-S2 / ACEA A3 · ~2.8 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.3 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi | Diesel | Chain | 5W-30 / 5W-40 · Fiat 9.55535-S1 / dexos2 · ~3.2–3.9 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults typical of this model
Front suspension (top mounts, drop links)
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Knocks over bumps
Fix: Replace parts
€80–250
Faults by engine
1.1 / 1.2 / 1.4 8v & 16v FIRE
Ignition coil / leads
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Misfire
Fix: Replace
€50–150
Throttle body / idle (drive-by-wire)
usually 80,000–180,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Unstable idle, stalling
Fix: Clean and adapt the throttle body
€60–250
Head gasket after overheating
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Coolant loss, white smoke
Fix: Replace head gasket
€350–800
1.3 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi
Timing chain stretch
usually 150,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rattle
Fix: Replace chain
€500–1,000
EGR / DPF
usually 100,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Limp mode
Fix: Clean or replace
€250–1,200
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Dualogic / Selespeed (automated)
Dualogic / Selespeed hydraulic pump & actuator
usually 60,000–150,000 km · High risk
Signs: Won't select a gear, gearbox warning, pump runs for long
Fix: Repair pump / accumulator / actuator
€500–1,500
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.1 / 1.2 / 1.4 8v & 16v FIRE engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine | every 90,000 km or every 60 months | €450–900 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Roadworthiness tests by mileage
Share of tests in the United Kingdom (DVSA MOT, 2024) that this model failed because of each system. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and mileage. Sample: 12,483 tests.
| thousand km | 0–50 | 50–100 | 100–150 | 150–200 | 200–250 | 250+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 2.7 % | 3.9 % | 5.7 % | 6.5 % | 8.8 % | 9.1 % |
| Suspension | 7.1 % | 12.1 % | 17.3 % | 19.8 % | 21.3 % | 22.3 % |
| Steering | 0.4 % | 1.2 % | 2.3 % | 3.9 % | 4.1 % | 4.3 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 5.5 % | 8.7 % | 9.5 % | 9.8 % | 9.7 % | 12.3 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 9.2 % | 13.1 % | 18.1 % | 23.4 % | 29.3 % | 27.7 % |
| Body and corrosion | 0.8 % | 2.0 % | 3.7 % | 5.9 % | 7.4 % | 8.1 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 4.9 % | 4.2 % | 4.7 % | 6.7 % | 8.2 % | 6.9 % |
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (3). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Airbag Driver airbag may fail to deploy23/06/2017 · R/2017/165
- Airbag Unintended airbag deployment31/03/2015 · R/2015/035
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Braking efficiency may be reduced07/12/2012 · R/2012/139
Common questions
Does the Fiat Fiorino / Qubo have a timing chain or a timing belt?
1.1 / 1.2 / 1.4 8v & 16v FIRE: belt · 90,000 km / every 60 mo; 1.3 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi: chain.
What are the known problems with the Fiat Fiorino / Qubo?
The faults with the highest risk: dualogic / Selespeed hydraulic pump & actuator (60,000–150,000 km, €500–1,500); EGR / DPF (100,000–180,000 km, €250–1,200); timing chain stretch (150,000–220,000 km, €500–1,000); clutch wear (120,000–200,000 km, €500–900). The full list by engine is on this page.
What does the Fiat Fiorino / Qubo most often fail its roadworthiness test on?
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 100–150 thousand km this model most often failed on: lights, wipers and visibility (18.1 %), suspension (17.3 %), tyres and wheels (9.5 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: suspension, tyres and wheels, exhaust, emissions and leaks. It fails less often than average on: brakes.
What should you check when buying a used Fiat Fiorino / Qubo?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (3 have been published for this model). If the engine has a timing belt, ask for the invoice for its replacement: with no proof, assume it has not been done. On the test drive, watch for these signs: won't select a gear, gearbox warning, pump runs for long; limp mode. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
Fiat 500 2007–Opel Corsa D 2006–2014Opel Corsa E 2014–2019Opel Astra J 2009–2015Opel Astra H 2004–2010Fiat Grande Punto / Punto 2005–2018Fiat Punto II 1999–2010Ford Ka II 2008–2016
Other Fiat models
Fiat Bravo II 2007–2014Fiat Doblò II 2010–2022Fiat Ducato III 2006–2014Fiat Sedici 2006–2014Fiat Croma II 2005–2011Fiat 500L 2012–2022Fiat Panda III 2012–Fiat Idea 2003–2012Fiat Panda II 2003–2012Fiat 500X 2014–
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 08/10/2026