Swirl flaps / intake manifold (16v)
usually 100,000–180,000 km · High risk
Signs: Flaps can break and fall into the engine; engine light
Fix: Replace manifold or fit blanking kit
€250–700
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Fiat Multipla
1998–2010
1
engines covered
5
known faults
4
official recalls
Enter your VIN and mileage and get a plan built for your exact engine and gearbox.
The Fiat Multipla was built from 1998 to 2010.
For this generation we cover 1 engines and 5 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is Dual-mass flywheel: it usually appears at 150,000–220,000 km and costs €700–1,400 to fix.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9 JTD / MultiJet / CDTI / TiD (Fiat 1.9 8v / 16v) | Diesel | Belt · 120,000 km | 5W-40 / 10W-40 · Fiat 9.55535-N2 / GM-LL-B-025 · ~4.5 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults by engine
1.9 JTD / MultiJet / CDTI / TiD (Fiat 1.9 8v / 16v)
EGR valve clogging
usually 100,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Power loss, limp mode
Fix: Clean or replace EGR
€200–500
Turbo actuator / VGT sticking
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Overboost or underboost, limp mode
Fix: Clean or replace turbo actuator
€250–900
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Dual-mass flywheel
usually 150,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
€700–1,400
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.9 JTD / MultiJet / CDTI / TiD (Fiat 1.9 8v / 16v) 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 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine | every 120,000 km or every 96 months | €450–900 |
| 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 |
Most common engine versions in the EU
New cars of this generation registered in the EU, Iceland and Norway 2010–2025: 8,181, of which 0 in Croatia. The share shows how common each version is.
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 Petrol1.6 (1,596 cm³) · Petrol | 59.9 % | 2010–2010 | — | — |
| 1.9 JTD / MultiJet / CDTI / TiD (Fiat 1.9 8v / 16v)1.9 (1,910 cm³) · Diesel | 40.1 % | 2010–2010 | — | — |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (4). 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.
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Brakes may fail07/12/2007 · R/2007/173
- Fire risk Possibility of a fuel leak and risk of fire02/02/2007 · R/2006/224
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Brake fluid may leak26/07/2006 · R/2006/085
- Suspension / axles Suspension coil spring may break24/03/2006 · R/2006/015
Common questions
Does the Fiat Multipla have a timing chain or a timing belt?
1.9 JTD / MultiJet / CDTI / TiD (Fiat 1.9 8v / 16v): belt · 120,000 km.
What are the known problems with the Fiat Multipla?
The faults with the highest risk: swirl flaps / intake manifold (16v) (100,000–180,000 km, €250–700); dual-mass flywheel (150,000–220,000 km, €700–1,400); turbo actuator / VGT sticking (120,000–200,000 km, €250–900); clutch wear (120,000–200,000 km, €500–900). The full list by engine is on this page.
What should you check when buying a used Fiat Multipla?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (4 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: flaps can break and fall into the engine; rattle at idle, vibration pulling away. 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.
Opel Astra H 2004–2010Opel Zafira B 2005–2014Fiat Grande Punto / Punto 2005–2018Fiat Punto II 1999–2010Opel Vectra C 2002–2008Saab 9-3 2002–2012Suzuki SX4 2006–2014Fiat Stilo 2001–2007
Other Fiat models
Fiat Seicento 1998–2010Fiat Doblò I 2000–2010Fiat Idea 2003–2012Fiat Panda II 2003–2012Fiat Punto I 1993–1999Fiat Croma II 2005–2011Fiat Ducato III 2006–2014Fiat Sedici 2006–2014Fiat 500 2007–Fiat Bravo II 2007–2014
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). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). 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