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Alfa Romeo Tonale Phev recalled over a fire risk

Vehicle fire risk

Affected vehicles may have a non-conforming tightening torque applied to the 12V battery recharge cable the two ground cables and the two HV (high voltage) connectors. This could potentially lead to a fire in a worst-case scenario.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • Tonale Phev

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 02/09/2022 – 22/08/2023
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 6683

What to do now

A fault could cause some Alfa Romeo Tonale Phev to overheat or catch fire.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

Repairs and costs

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.

If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2023/267). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Affected vehicles may have a non-conforming tightening torque applied to the 12V battery recharge cable the two ground cables and the two HV (high voltage) connectors. This could potentially lead to a fire in a worst-case scenario.

Defect

Affected vehicles may have a non-conforming tightening torque applied to the 12V battery recharge cable the two ground cables and the two HV (high voltage) connectors. This could potentially lead to a fire in a worst-case scenario.

Remedy

Check for the presence and that the correct torque has been applied to the 12V battery recharge cable the two ground cables and the two high voltage connectors (nut).

Models

Tonale Phev

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Alfa Romeo Tonale Phev being recalled?

A fault could cause some Alfa Romeo Tonale Phev to overheat or catch fire. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

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