Stellantis has set up a reimbursement program for some owners who paid for repairs related to the 1.2-liter PureTech engine issues between 2022 and 2024. The move coincides with several ongoing legal actions and compensation efforts by vehicle owners across Europe.
Refund Program Covers Specific Repairs
The company’s reimbursement initiative targets particular problems such as excessive oil consumption and timing belt wear. Only repairs done through authorized Stellantis service centers, following the recommended maintenance schedules, are eligible.
To apply, vehicle owners must submit proof of service history with invoices or a stamped service booklet from the authorized network. The program includes repairs performed from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2024, though older 1.0 and 1.2 PureTech engines may qualify for coverage with limits up to 10 years or 180,000 kilometers. Eligible repairs could see refunds covering parts and labor costs.
Legal Cases and Consumer Actions Continue Across Europe
Despite the reimbursement offer, legal disputes remain active. In Italy, the consumer group Movimento Consumatori started a campaign in April 2025 to help owners prepare compensation claims or formal complaints against manufacturers or dealers.
In Spain, the AFESTEL association reports having reached over 4,000 settlement agreements with Stellantis on behalf of affected owners. These agreements seek to resolve disputes but outcomes differ by case.
Meanwhile, in the Netherlands, a court rejected claims from leasing company Smilease in September 2024, ruling that Stellantis and its local subsidiary were not liable in that specific commercial matter.
France has seen a large criminal complaint with nearly 2,300 persons involved as of July 2026. The complaint alleges deceptive practices and safety concerns linked to the engine problems. Prosecutors and courts are currently reviewing these allegations.
Source: clubalfa.it