NHTSA Complaint #11574196 — 2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11574196
Vehicle	2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	February 27, 2024
Date Filed	February 27, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NJ

Consumer Description

The implementation of Intelligent Battery System (IBS) in the vehicle causes a constant state of undercharged battery even when the vehicle is driven daily. Due to undercharged battery, several safety components, such as heated exterior mirrors and rear window defroster do not work, which creates a safety issue. This is a widely reported problem by owners on Alfa Romeo forums. No warning lamps or messages illuminate to alert that the battery charge status is not adequate. I have recently experienced this issue, my rear window defroster stopped working and I wasn't able to see through the rear window. Recharging the battery will make the window defroster work for a while again.

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