Alfa Romeo Junior Mhev: Alternator Protection

Recall Summary Alfa Romeo is recalling 1,573 Junior MHEV vehicles because a manufacturing defect may cause insufficient clearance between the fuel Particulate Filter pipe and part of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. In wet conditions, this reduced clearance could allow water to enter and create an electrical arc, potentially causing overheating or fire in the engine compartment. The fix involves replacing the protection cup and checking or repositioning the pipe if the gap is less than 10 millimeters.

Recalling firm

ALFA ROMEO

Product

Vehicles: ALFA ROMEO Junior MHEV. Units affected: 1,573

Reason

On affected vehicles due to a production nonconformity there may be contact or a reduced clearance between the fuel Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cup of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. Under wet conditions there is a possibility that this insufficient clearance may lead to water infiltration creating an electrical arc which could trigger a thermal event such as overheating. In the worst-case scenario this could result in a risk of fire in the engine compartment. Remedy: Replace the pole protection cup of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. In addition check the distance...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2026-03-18

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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