Timing chain tensioner rattle
usually 120,000–220,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Rattle on start
Fix: Replace tensioner / chain
€300–700
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Fiat Sedici
2006–2014
3
engines covered
9
known faults
1
official recalls
Enter your VIN and mileage and get a plan built for your exact engine and gearbox.
The Fiat Sedici was built from 2006 to 2014.
For this generation we cover 3 engines and 9 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is EGR / DPF: it usually appears at 100,000–180,000 km and costs €300–1,500 to fix.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.6 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 / 0W-20 · API SL/SN · ~3.8 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS) | Diesel | Belt · 120,000 km | 5W-30 · Fiat 9.55535-S1 · ~4.2–4.9 L · every 15,000 km |
| 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
1.0 / 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.6 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series)
Valve clearance (shims)
usually 100,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Ticking; check more often on LPG
Fix: Adjust clearances
€150–350
1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS)
Oil level rising (DPF regeneration)
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: 'Change oil' warning, oil level above max
Fix: Change oil earlier; avoid only short trips
€0–150
EGR / DPF
usually 100,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Power loss, DPF light
Fix: Clean or replace
€300–1,500
Timing belt tensioner and water pump
usually 100,000–140,000 km · High risk
Signs: Noise from belt area
Fix: Replace with the belt kit
€400–800
1.9 JTD / MultiJet / CDTI / TiD (Fiat 1.9 8v / 16v)
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
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
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.6 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series) 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 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| 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 in the Netherlands by age
Share of this model's Dutch fleet that had a defect in each system at a roadworthiness test (APK) in 2025. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and fuel. Sample: 1,756 cars.
| age (years) | 12–14 | 15–19 |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 8.5 % | 8.6 % |
| Suspension | 15.1 % | 16.9 % |
| Steering | 0.0 % | 0.4 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 18.3 % | 16.5 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 28.8 % | 28.8 % |
| Body and corrosion | 0.0 % | 0.3 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 0.2 % | 2.7 % |
Most common engine versions in the EU
New cars of this generation registered in the EU, Iceland and Norway 2010–2025: 45,883, of which 7 in Croatia. The share shows how common each version is.
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.6 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series)1.6 (1,586 cm³) · 88 kW (120 hp) · Petrol | 36.1 % | 2011–2014 | — | — |
| 1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS)2.0 (1,956 cm³) · 99 kW (135 hp) · Diesel | 27.2 % | 2011–2014 | — | — |
| 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.6 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series)1.6 (1,586 cm³) · Petrol | 18.0 % | 2010–2013 | — | — |
| 1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS)2.0 (1,956 cm³) · Diesel | 17.8 % | 2010–2013 | — | — |
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 (1). 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 Handbrake may fail27/04/2007 · R/2007/049
Common questions
Does the Fiat Sedici have a timing chain or a timing belt?
1.0 / 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.6 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series): chain; 1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS): belt · 120,000 km; 1.9 JTD / MultiJet / CDTI / TiD (Fiat 1.9 8v / 16v): belt · 120,000 km.
What are the known problems with the Fiat Sedici?
The faults with the highest risk: timing belt tensioner and water pump (100,000–140,000 km, €400–800); swirl flaps / intake manifold (16v) (100,000–180,000 km, €250–700); EGR / DPF (100,000–180,000 km, €300–1,500); turbo actuator / VGT sticking (120,000–200,000 km, €250–900). The full list by engine is on this page.
What should you check when buying a used Fiat Sedici?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (1 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: noise from belt area; flaps can break and fall into the engine. 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 Grande Punto / Punto 2005–2018Suzuki Swift IV 2010–2017Saab 9-3 2002–2012Suzuki SX4 2006–2014Suzuki Alto 2009–2014Suzuki Swift (2005–2010) 2005–2010Fiat Stilo 2001–2007Opel Agila B 2008–2014
Other Fiat models
Fiat Ducato III 2006–2014Fiat 500 2007–Fiat Bravo II 2007–2014Fiat Croma II 2005–2011Fiat Linea 2007–2015Fiat Fiorino / Qubo 2008–Fiat Idea 2003–2012Fiat Panda II 2003–2012Fiat Doblò II 2010–2022Fiat Freemont 2011–2016
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