Stellantis chairman John Elkann has grown frustrated at the company’s performance in North America. Carlos Tavares has a contract to remain as Stellantis chief executive until early 2026 but that hasn’t stopped company chairman John Elkann from already starting a search for Tavares’ successor.

Stellantis (STLA) has started searching for a successor to CEO Carlos Tavares as the automaker faces criticism from both dealerships and union autoworkers, according to multiple reports.

Reports say the search isn't related to recent criticism of CEO Carlos Tavares and struggles in the U.S. market.

Current CEO Carlos Tavares is facing pushback on the company's handling of high inventory levels and an Illinois factory that has not yet been reopened.

The company's chair is increasingly dissatisfied with the situation in North America, where sales have have slowed and several executives left.

Stellantis NV Chairman John Elkann has started a search for a successor to Chief Executive Officer Carlos Tavares, whose contract runs out in early 2026.

Stellantis said on Monday it has begun a search for a candidate to succeed CEO Carlos Tavares, whose contract is set to expire in 2026.