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2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia recalls, complaints and safety ratings

There are 9 US recalls for the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia, and 11 in Canada. Owners filed 89 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel/propulsion system.

9US recalls
0urgent recalls
89owner complaints
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US recalls (9)

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

2025-09-09 · campaign 25V586000 · 53,849 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of fuel flow and loss of drive power.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 7, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated July 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 93C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 16, 2025. The information in your report suggests that Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.

Seat belts: front

2024-07-03 · campaign 24V510000 · 337,128 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2018-2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, 2019-2023 Fiat 500X, Jeep Renegade, and 2024 Fiat 500E vehicles. A seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, preventing the front seat air bag from deploying as intended.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will repair the connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning August 27, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 82B.

Equipment: other, labels

2024-07-03 · campaign 24V512000 · 9,037 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2021-2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. The tire pressure and size information on the tire placard and manufacturer labels are incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk and remedy

Risk: Incorrect tire information can result in under-inflated tires or installing the incorrect-size tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: FCA will mail corrected tire placards and manufacturer overlay labels. Owners may bring the labels into a dealer for free installation. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 27, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024 through November 1, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 81B.

Service brakes, hydraulic

2023-05-30 · campaign 23V382000 · 719 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2018-2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles equipped with carbon ceramic matrix brakes. During certain driving maneuvers, the brake system may exert an excessive clamp force that may fracture the rotor, decreasing the brake performance.

Risk and remedy

Risk: An unexpected decrease in brake performance increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the brake system module (BSM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 68A.

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

2019-07-25 · campaign 19V551000 · 21,914 vehicles

Alfa Romeo (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Giulia and Stelvio vehicles. The Body Control Module (BCM) may indicate an inaccurate fuel level that displays higher than the actual amount.

Risk and remedy

Risk: The vehicle may be operated without enough fuel in the tank causing a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Alfa Romeo will notify owners, and dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Alfa Romeo's number for this recall is V84.

Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control

2019-03-01 · campaign 19V148000 · 19,114 vehicles

FCA US LLC (Alfa Romeo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2017-2019 Giulia vehicles. The Brake System Module (BSM) software may prevent the driver from disabling the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) after the traction control system detects a specific wheel slip.

Risk and remedy

Risk: The driver's inability to deactivate the ACC can increase the risk of crash.

Remedy: Alfa Romeo has notified owners, and dealers will update the BSM software, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service 1-800-853-1403. The Alfa Romeo number for this recall is V27.

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system

2018-11-26 · campaign 18V828000 · 6,136 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles equipped with GME 280HP engines and All Wheel Drive ("AWD"). The brake fluid line may contact a coolant hose clamp, possibly causing brake fluid to leak onto the exhaust.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Brake fluid leaking onto the exhaust can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket on the brake fluid line to prevent contact with the coolant hose clamp. If damage is found on the brake line, it will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB9.

Engine and engine cooling: engine

2018-09-14 · campaign 18V636000 · 34,357 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles, equipped with 2.0L engines. These engines may misfire causing the catalytic converter to overheat, possibly resulting in damage to the nearby wiring and engine components.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Heat damage to the engine compartment wiring or components can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles for diagnostic codes, and update the engine control module software, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-844-253-2872. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA4.

Service brakes, hydraulic

2017-12-20 · campaign 17V823000 · 216 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio vehicles. The braking system on these vehicles may have been filled with contaminated brake fluid, possibly damaging the system and affecting its performance.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A reduction in braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Alfa Romeo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the braking system, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2018. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service at 1-844-253-2872. Chrysler's number for this recall is T84.

Canadian recalls (11)

Show 11 Canadian recalls

Fuel system

2025-09-09 · campaign 2025-463

Issue: On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module could fail and cause a loss of engine power while driving. Note: This problem could cause the malfunction indicator light to turn on. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: FCA Canada will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the fuel delivery module.

Label

2024-08-15 · campaign 2024-548

Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN". Canadian regulations require the information to be listed on the label in both English and French. Safety Risk: This error does not affect vehicle safety. Corrective Actions: This is not a recall. The company has corrected the tire and loading information label for all new vehicles.

Label

2024-07-03 · campaign 2024-379 · 686 vehicles

Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label and/or the compliance label may list incorrect tire size and/or tire pressure information. This could lead you to inflate the tires incorrectly and/or install the wrong tires. These errors could lead to poor handling and/or a tire failure. Safety Risk: Poor handling or a tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: FCA Canada will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the tire and loading information label and/or the compliance label.

Seats and restraints

2024-07-03 · campaign 2024-390

Issue: On certain vehicles, the connector for the driver and/or passenger-front seat belt buckle sensor(s) could fail and cause the seat airbag(s) to deploy with too much force. Note: This problem would cause the airbag warning light to display on the instrument panel or the seat belt reminder chime and warning light to stay on, even if you're buckled. Safety Risk: An airbag that deploys with too much force could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: FCA Canada will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the connector for the driver and/or passenger-front seat belt buckle sensor(s).

Brakes

2023-05-30 · campaign 2023-312 · 104 vehicles

Issue: In certain situations, the braking system could apply too much force to the brake rotors. If this happens, the brake rotors could crack and suddenly cause reduced braking. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with carbon ceramic matrix brakes. Safety Risk: Reduced braking can cause an extended stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: FCA Canada will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the brake system module (BSM) software.

Label

2019-10-01 · campaign 2019-672

Issue: On certain cars, the tire placard label has some errors in recommended tire pressure. Specifically, the pounds per square inch (“PSI”) pressures have small errors: 1. Cars with rear 225/45R18 tires incorrectly list 35 PSI instead of 36 PSI. 2. Cars with rear 225/40R19 tires incorrectly list 37 PSI instead of 39 PSI. 3. Cars with rear 225/35R19 tires incorrectly list 33 PSI instead of 35 PSI. All of the metric pressures are correct. Safety Risk: These small variations in recommended tire pressure are unlikely to affect safety. Corrective Actions: This is not a recall. The company has made production changes to ensure that the tire placard label on all new cars has the correct tire inflation pressures.

Fuel system

2019-07-25 · campaign 2019-366 · 935 vehicles

Issue: On certain vehicles, the fuel gauge may display the wrong fuel level (higher) when parked on a slope of at least 10 degrees. This could cause a driver to believe there is fuel when the tank is empty. In the worst case scenario, the vehicle could unexpectedly run out of fuel and stall. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to update the body control module software.

Powertrain

2019-03-01 · campaign 2019-110

Issue: Under specific driving conditions, the driver may not be able to cancel the adaptive cruise control (ACC) setting. Safety Risk: If the driver does not shift to neutral or apply the brakes to stop the vehicle, this can cause a crash without warning. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to update the brake system software. Drivers should not use the adaptive cruise control feature until this update is completed.

Engine

2018-11-27 · campaign 2018-650 · 699 vehicles

On certain vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD), a coolant hose clamp may rub against a brake fluid line in the engine compartment. Over time, this could lead to brake fluid leaking onto the engine catalyst. This could cause an engine compartment fire, creating a risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will install a bracket on the brake fluid line to ensure proper clearance from the coolant hose. If the brake line is found damaged, a new brake line will be installed.

Engine

2018-09-14 · campaign 2018-506

On certain vehicles equipped with a 2.0 L engine, the catalytic converter could overheat due to engine misfires. The high temperatures generated could damage the surrounding wiring or components, which could result in a loss of motive power and/or increase the risk of a fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will update the engine control module software to prevent the catalytic converter from overheating.

Brakes

2017-12-21 · campaign 2017-661 · 204 vehicles

Certain vehicles may have been manufactured with contaminated brake fluid reducing the braking performance of the vehicle. This could result in longer stopping distances, which would increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect the brake system and replace it as necessary.

Owner complaints (89)

Owners filed 89 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia (6 crashes, 1 fires, 5 injuries reported). Among 9 model years of this model, it ranks #2 for the most complaints (median 9).

Most-reported problemComplaints
Fuel/propulsion system32
Engine21
Electrical system20
Fuel system, gasoline10
Unknown or other9
Power train8
Service brakes6
Structure4

Crash test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia.

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia RWD––––
2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia AWD––––

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for each 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia version.

VersionCity MPGHighway MPGCombinedYearly fuel cost
Giulia 2.0 L Automatic 8-spd243327$3,050
Giulia 2.9 L Automatic 8-spd172420$4,100
Giulia AWD 2.0 L Automatic 8-spd233126$3,150
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings, US EPA fuel economy and Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database (contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada). Recalls updated 2026-10-30.