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Stellantis Recalls 700,000 Vehicles Over Fire Risk

4/2/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Stellantis has issued a recall for more than 700,000 vehicles due to a fire risk from the gasoline particulate filter pipe.
In the United Kingdom, 44,000 Peugeot, Citroën, and Vauxhall vehicles are affected.
The risk arises if the filter pipe contacts the starter generator's protection cup in wet conditions, potentially causing engine fires.
Customers will be contacted for free repairs, including component replacements and clearance adjustments.

History

Historical Context

In 2014, General Motors recalled over 2.6 million vehicles due to faulty ignition switches linked to 124 deaths, prompting a $35 million fine from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This incident highlighted systemic safety issues in the automotive industry, leading to increased scrutiny and recalls, including Stellantis's recent recall of 700,000 vehicles for fire risks, underscoring the need for stricter safety regulations.

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Story summary

Stellantis has issued a recall for more than 700,000 vehicles due to a fire risk from the gasoline particulate filter pipe.
In the United Kingdom, 44,000 Peugeot, Citroën, and Vauxhall vehicles are affected.
The risk arises if the filter pipe contacts the starter generator's protection cup in wet conditions, potentially causing engine fires.
Customers will be contacted for free repairs, including component replacements and clearance adjustments.

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