Stellantis is recalling 44,500 hybrid crossover SUVs worldwide because the brake pedal in the vehicles could disengage and stop working. The recall, the company said, includes some 2024 through 2025 model-year Alfa Romeo Tonale plug-in hybrid SUVs and some 2024 model-year Dodge Hornet plug-in SUVs that are based on the same platform.

If that happens, Stellantis is advising 21,000 owners of the two SUVs to use the E-Brake to "bring the vehicle to a controlled stop"

If the brake pedal collapses during braking, Stellantis recommends drivers use the Electronic Park Brake located on the center console. While driving, the car can come to a contro