NHTSA Complaint #11716279 — 2021 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA

The contact owns a 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated that it was difficult refuel the fuel to full. Additionally, it was difficult to insert the nozzle into the fuel filler neck. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the fuel vapor canister had become clogged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the vapor canister had been replaced twice within 4 years. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 17,000.