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Stellantis Halts Jefferson North Production Amid Inventory Concerns

Production Paused To Manage Vehicle Inventory...

Stellantis has halted production at its Jefferson North Assembly Plant (JNAP) in Detroit for the full week of September 30th. This plant, a key part of the Detroit Assembly Complex, manufactures the Jeep® Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, and Dodge Durango. The decision comes as Stellantis grapples with an oversupply of vehicles at dealership lots, prompting the automaker to take drastic steps to manage the surplus.

Production at the Jefferson North Assembly Plant in Detroit. (Stellantis).

The suspension follows earlier actions by Stellantis to reduce shifts at the Jefferson plant throughout the week. A company representative stated that the decision is part of broader efforts to address challenges in the U.S. market, explaining that operations at the facility have been reviewed “on a shift-by-shift basis” to determine whether further reductions were necessary. While workers have been told to expect a return to work on October 7th, Stellantis has cautioned that this date may change depending on how quickly the inventory stabilizes.

Along with the temporary production halt, Stellantis is laying off 312 additional temporary and seasonal workers and 105 full-time employees at Jefferson and the other Detroit Assembly Complex facility (the Mack Assembly Plant or DACM), which also builds the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L.

These cuts add to job reductions at other Stellantis facilities, including the Jeep plant in Toledo and the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (SHAP), where the popular Ram 1500 pickup truck is produced.

The rising stockpile of high-priced SUVs and trucks has pressured Stellantis to make swift adjustments. Dealers have expressed frustration over the growing number of unsold vehicles, particularly larger models, which have seen a slowdown in sales.

Production at the Jefferson North Assembly Plant in Detroit. (Stellantis).

Meanwhile, the United Auto Workers (UAW) union has raised concerns about the job cuts and fears that production of the Dodge Durango could be moved across the Detroit River to Windsor. The UAW has threatened to strike, accusing Stellantis of violating its 2023 Labor Agreement by delaying the reopening of the Belvidere Assembly Plant in Illinois, a claim the company has denied. Stellantis has countered that any strike would be illegal under the current agreement.

Source: The Detroit News

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He is a tip. Cut prices a few thousand per vehicle to move them out. Let’s be honest, with the storm that just ravaged the south, they are going to need to replace a lot of vehicles. The poor folks are going to need transportation. Getting a new/replacement vehicle will be faster than rebuilding. They will need to replace what they had to commute to and from work since most maybe living a bit from where they lived. This is an opportunity for Stellantis to look good in bad times.

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Things could be worse, or could they be lots worse?

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Saw all this coming 2 years ago. Getting rid of Tavares is the first step. Focusing on quality is the second. Proper funding for programs with the properly trained people is the last. However...Tavares has done so much damage, not sure this corpse can be revived. I hope so.

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Stellantis Toledo Assembly Complex Faces Extended Shutdowns​

Production Delays Due To Supply Issues And Model Changes...​

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Stellantis’ Toledo Assembly Complex, home to both the North and South plants, has been experiencing extended shutdowns that are now entering their third week. Initially expected to last just one week, these closures have caused concern among workers and the community, particularly as they continue without a clear end date.

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Just watched a video of doom and gloom on Stellantis. Jeep must cancel production of the ill conceived Wagoneer S and Recon immediately as a cost cutting necessity. As all electrics, both are doomed at launch day one. Dodge must also cancel the Charger Daytona nightmare and get the gas powered Six Packs to market as soon as possible to try and save that insane product decision. The mass market warned them, but they knew better... NOT !

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