Stellantis has issued an urgent recall of 10,000 vehicles across the UK due to concerns that engine parts could detach and fall off while driving. The recall affects cars and vans equipped with the 1.5-litre BlueHDi diesel engine, built between October 2025 and February 2026.
The problem stems from a potential defect in the water pump pulley’s sprocket, which may separate from its shaft. This issue could lead to engine power loss and, in the worst-case scenario, small components falling onto the road, posing safety risks.
Models included in the recall cover popular Peugeot, Vauxhall, and Fiat vehicles, including:
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- Citroen Berlingo
- Citroen Dispatch
- DS 4
- DS 7
- Fiat Doblo
- Fiat Scudo
- Peugeot 208
- Peugeot 308
- Peugeot Rifter
- Peugeot Partner
- Peugeot Expert
- Vauxhall Astra
- Vauxhall Corsa
- Vauxhall Combo
- Vauxhall Vivaro
Stellantis has promised to contact owners of affected vehicles directly to arrange inspections and necessary repairs.
This recall follows a separate Stellantis recall earlier in 2026, involving the 1.2-litre PureTech mild hybrid petrol engine due to a fire risk. In April, the manufacturer recalled an additional 44,000 UK vehicles because of a fault where the gas filter pipe and belt starter generator were too close, allowing water ingress that could lead to engine fires.
Stellantis stresses these recalls are voluntary and necessary for customer safety, urging vehicle owners to respond promptly to recall notifications.