Stellantis has issued a new round of vehicle recalls affecting several of its brands, including Dodge, Alfa Romeo, and Maserati. This latest announcement comes not long after Ford made headlines for issuing five separate recalls in a single day. As automakers continue to address compliance and safety issues, Stellantis has identified potential defects in a variety of vehicles, prompting swift corrective action to ensure consumer safety and regulatory compliance.
Among the most significant recalls are those involving the Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale, two closely related compact crossover models. A total of 40,372 Dodge Hornet units and 8,122 Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles—both produced for model years 2023 through 2025—are being recalled due to a malfunction involving their rearview camera systems. According to the U.S. government’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the vehicles may fail to display the rearview image when the car is shifted into reverse, which is a direct violation of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
The issue reportedly stems from either “cold soldering on a voltage regulator” or a “software defect within the microprocessor,” both of which can interfere with the function of the display module. Although the problem is estimated to affect only about 1% of the nearly 50,000 vehicles involved, the consequences are serious enough to warrant a full-scale recall. Stellantis launched an investigation into the issue in March 2023 in Europe before confirming the same problem existed in North American models. To resolve the issue, authorized dealerships will either replace the entire infotainment system or update the software as needed. Owners of the affected vehicles can expect to receive official notification by June.
In a separate and more unusual case, Maserati is recalling 21 units of its 2024 GranTurismo coupe. These specific vehicles are finished in a distinctive Nero Scarabeo clear coat, which appears to interfere with the adhesion of important vehicle labels, including tire and manufacturer information. These labels are required by law to be permanently attached to the driver's side B-pillar, providing critical information about the vehicle’s specifications. Because the special textured finish may cause the labels to peel off or fall off completely, the affected GranTurismo models are considered non-compliant with federal safety standards.
Maserati traced the issue to a problem with the adhesive used on the labels, which does not properly bond to the final clear coat. The remedy is straightforward: new labels will be issued and reapplied to the vehicles with a more suitable adhesive. While the problem is minor in scope, the recall reflects the high standards required for even the smallest components of modern vehicles.
Together, these recalls highlight the importance of quality control and regulatory compliance in today’s auto industry. Stellantis is taking proactive steps to address these issues and ensure their vehicles meet safety standards across all markets.