Stellantis recall: 40,000+ vehicles in Spain for fire risk in mild-hybrid engines
Stellantis recalls over 40,000 vehicles in Spain due to fire risk in mild-hybrid engines
Stellantis recall: 40,000+ vehicles in Spain for fire risk in mild-hybrid engines
Stellantis recalls over 40,000 vehicles in Spain with 1.2-liter mild-hybrid engines due to a design flaw that could cause fires. Models affected include Peugeot, Opel, Citroën, Jeep, Fiat, DS, and Alfa Romeo.
2026-03-29T11:12:24+03:00
2026-03-29T11:12:24+03:00
2026-03-29T11:12:24+03:00
Stellantis has announced a major recall campaign affecting over 40,000 vehicles in Spain equipped with 1.2-liter mild-hybrid gasoline engines. The recall stems from a design flaw that, under certain conditions, could lead to a fire. Specifically, the issue involves insufficient clearance between the particulate filter tube and the alternator.In high-humidity environments, this can cause an electrical arc, overheating, and, in rare cases, a fire. Although only a few dozen incidents have been reported worldwide, the manufacturer is taking proactive steps.The recall includes popular recent models such as the Peugeot 208 and 2008, Opel Corsa and Mokka, Citroën C3 and C4, Jeep Avenger, as well as vehicles from Fiat, DS, and Alfa Romeo. Given that these are mass-market models, the campaign carries significant weight. A fix is already in place: dealers will replace the alternator's protective component free of charge and adjust the gap if needed, with the entire procedure taking about 30 minutes.Stellantis has committed to notifying owners directly, but experts advise not to wait and to contact a service center if there are any concerns. In this situation, the manufacturer's response is as crucial as the defect itself—and Stellantis is handling it correctly by acting swiftly, transparently, and without charge, setting a standard the industry should follow.
Stellantis recall, vehicle recall, fire risk, mild-hybrid engines, Spain, Peugeot 208, Opel Corsa, Citroën C3, Jeep Avenger, automotive safety
2026
Michael Powers
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Stellantis recalls over 40,000 vehicles in Spain due to fire risk in mild-hybrid engines
Stellantis recalls over 40,000 vehicles in Spain with 1.2-liter mild-hybrid engines due to a design flaw that could cause fires. Models affected include Peugeot, Opel, Citroën, Jeep, Fiat, DS, and Alfa Romeo.
Michael Powers, Editor
Stellantis has announced a major recall campaign affecting over 40,000 vehicles in Spain equipped with 1.2-liter mild-hybrid gasoline engines. The recall stems from a design flaw that, under certain conditions, could lead to a fire. Specifically, the issue involves insufficient clearance between the particulate filter tube and the alternator.
In high-humidity environments, this can cause an electrical arc, overheating, and, in rare cases, a fire. Although only a few dozen incidents have been reported worldwide, the manufacturer is taking proactive steps.
The recall includes popular recent models such as the Peugeot 208 and 2008, Opel Corsa and Mokka, Citroën C3 and C4, Jeep Avenger, as well as vehicles from Fiat, DS, and Alfa Romeo. Given that these are mass-market models, the campaign carries significant weight. A fix is already in place: dealers will replace the alternator's protective component free of charge and adjust the gap if needed, with the entire procedure taking about 30 minutes.
Stellantis has committed to notifying owners directly, but experts advise not to wait and to contact a service center if there are any concerns. In this situation, the manufacturer's response is as crucial as the defect itself—and Stellantis is handling it correctly by acting swiftly, transparently, and without charge, setting a standard the industry should follow.
