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Stellantis Halts Production at Detroit Assembly Complex – Mack

Production Paused Due to Vehicle Oversupply...

Stellantis has announced a temporary halt in production at its Detroit Assembly Complex – Mack (DACM) facility for the week of September 30, 2024. This facility manufactures popular models such as the Jeep® Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, and Jeep Grand Cherokee L. The decision to pause operations comes as the automaker deals with an oversupply of vehicles at dealership lots, leading to a need for drastic measures to manage the excess inventory.

Detroit Assembly Complex – Mack Facility. (Stellantis).

During this production shutdown, certain groups of employees will still be required to report to work. Team Leaders for the General Assembly (GA) and those in the Paint department are expected to maintain their schedules. Specific teams, including the Body-in-White (BIW) PDR and various paint teams, will continue operations to support essential production processes. 

In addition to the temporary production halt, Stellantis will lay off 312 temporary and seasonal workers and 105 full-time employees at the Mack facility and its DACJ (Jefferson) facility, which produces the same models. These layoffs contribute to a broader trend of job reductions across Stellantis U.S. facilities.

The decision to halt production and implement layoffs comes amid increasing pressure from dealerships struggling to sell a growing stockpile of high-priced SUVs and trucks. Dealers have expressed frustration over the rising number of unsold vehicles, especially larger models that have experienced a slowdown in sales. This inventory surplus has prompted Stellantis to make swift adjustments to its operations.

In contrast to the production halt in Detroit, Stellantis has been expanding its operations in other regions. Recently, the company launched the three-row Grand Cherokee L in the Egyptian market. This model, which was exclusively produced at the DACM facility, will now also be assembled locally at the Arab American Vehicles (AAV) plant in Cairo. 

Detroit Assembly Complex – Mack Facility. (Stellantis).

Additionally, the United Auto Workers (UAW) union has threatened to strike, accusing Stellantis of violating its 2023 Labor Agreement by delaying the reopening of the Belvidere Assembly Plant in Illinois. Stellantis has denied these claims and stated that any potential strike would be illegal under the current agreement.

As Stellantis navigates these challenges, the future of its production strategy will be closely watched, primarily as the company seeks to balance inventory management with workforce stability. The coming weeks will be critical in determining how the automaker adapts to ongoing market pressures while ensuring the smooth operation of its facilities.

Robert S. Miller

Robert S. Miller is a diehard Mopar enthusiast who lives and breathes all that is Mopar. The Michigander is not only the Editor for MoparInsiders.com, 5thGenRams.com, and HDRams.com but an automotive photographer. He is an avid fan of offshore powerboat racing, which he travels the country to take part in.

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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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