Media report
Chip shortage affects Fiat production in Italy
Stellantis is reportedly struggling with supply bottlenecks in semiconductors at two Italian plants. The Fiat Pandina and Fiat 500 models are affected. Further production restrictions until the end of the year are possible.
Stellantis is facing significant production disruptions at its Italian plants in Pomigliano d’Arco and Mirafiori. According to a report by Automobilwoche, the disruptions are linked to a shortage of a component used in the engine control unit for the N3-GSE engine. Production of the Fiat Pandina and Fiat 500 is particularly affected.
A Stellantis spokesperson confirmed to Automobilwoche that missing components from a supplier were causing significant constraints on production of certain Fiat models.
Italian media reports suggest that supplier Marelli is experiencing delivery difficulties involving one of its partners. Stellantis has not identified the supplier involved but said it was prioritising efforts to find alternative solutions.
Further production stoppages possible
Stellantis has warned that the supply shortages could continue to disrupt production at Pomigliano d’Arco and Mirafiori throughout November and December. Engine production at its Termoli plant could also be affected.
The disruption underlines the automotive industry's continued dependence on reliable semiconductor supplies. Components used in engine control units are particularly difficult to replace at short notice due to lengthy development and validation processes.
It remains unclear when Stellantis expects production at the affected plants to return to normal.
