2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

177

Owner Complaints

2 Crashes 5 Fires

11

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

28

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO

The 2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO has received a total of 177 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 17 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SEAT BELTS:FRONT, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. 28 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (36 complaints), Engine (36 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (16 complaints).

Recalls for the 2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO

NHTSA has recorded 17 recalls for the 2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO, potentially affecting up to 887,422 vehicles.

Recall 24V510000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT

| 337,128 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 24V510000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

| 337,128 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 23V382000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

| 719 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 23V382000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

| 719 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 23V382000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

| 719 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 23V382000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

| 719 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 19V551000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

| 21,914 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 19V148000 — FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

| 19,114 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 19V148000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

| 19,114 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 18V635000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

| 674 vehicles affected

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio vehicles. The engine cooling hose may have inadequate webbing material allowing a coolant leak.

Consequence: A loss of coolant can cause the engine to overheat and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant hose, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U99.

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Recall 18V636000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

| 34,357 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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...

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Recall 18V636000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

| 34,357 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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...

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Recall 18V147000 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

| 1,505 vehicles affected

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. The software for the wiper motor may incorrectly interpret the wiper motor as overheating, limiting the windshield wipers to operating only at the low-speed setting. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing...

Consequence: Limited wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began on April 25, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U24.

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Recall 18V203000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

| 12,595 vehicles affected

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. Water may Leak into the wiring connectors for the rear liftgate and the liftgate-opening switch, causing corrosion.

Consequence: Corrosion at the connectors may cause the liftgate to unintentionally open while moving at speeds of less than 3 miles per hour, allowing cargo to fall out of the vehicle, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install additional protection against water leaking into the liftgate wiring connectors and switch, free of charge. The recall began April 25, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for...

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Recall 18V205000 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

| 12,595 vehicles affected

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. Water may leak into the body control module and its connectors, causing corrosion. This corrosion can cause illumination of one or more malfunction indicator lamps, a loss of windshield wiper function, a loss of exterior lighting, a loss of horn function and/or unintended turn signal activation.

Consequence: Electrical malfunctions such as windshield wipers that may not work in the rain and lights that may not work at night increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install additional sealing protection to prevent water from entering the body control module and its connectors. The recall began on April 25, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number...

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Recall 17V823000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

| 216 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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...

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Recall 25V586000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

| 53,849 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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...

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Owner Complaints for the 2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO

177 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Most Recent Complaints

#11718487 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
November 26th my car went into LOMP mode. But then restored itself. December 3rd my car went into LOMP mode again and had not recovered along with a slew of ALARMS. I have been using uber and rental cars since this issue. Highly likely this is a fuel pump issue but unable to determine as the authorized shop is 2hours away and the car will not make it there. I need a remedy I have been out of a car for months now and the recall has no remedy!
#11718487 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
November 26th my car went into LOMP mode. But then restored itself. December 3rd my car went into LOMP mode again and had not recovered along with a slew of ALARMS. I have been using uber and rental cars since this issue. Highly likely this is a fuel pump issue but unable to determine as the authorized shop is 2hours away and the car will not make it there. I need a remedy I have been out of a car for months now and the recall has no remedy!
#11718487 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | N/A miles
November 26th my car went into LOMP mode. But then restored itself. December 3rd my car went into LOMP mode again and had not recovered along with a slew of ALARMS. I have been using uber and rental cars since this issue. Highly likely this is a fuel pump issue but unable to determine as the authorized shop is 2hours away and the car will not make it there. I need a remedy I have been out of a car for months now and the recall has no remedy!
#11715885 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | | N/A miles
The contact's father owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact expressed safety concerns because the owner was an elderly cancer patient. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue, and the contact requested a special circumstance review for vehicle rental assistance based on the owner's condition; however, the claim was denied. The vehicle owner had not experienced a failure.
#11715082 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
Subject: Safety Complaint – Open Recall with No Remedy Available I am filing a safety complaint regarding my vehicle, which currently has an open recall with no available remedy. Manufacturer Recall Number: 93C NHTSA Recall Number: 25V-586 VIN: [XXX] After learning about this recall, I have experienced the exact issues described. When the vehicle is exposed to very hot or very cold temperatures, the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) warning light illuminates, along with the check engine light and the auto stop-start warning light. When this occurs, the vehicle begins to sputter and loses power. It will not properly a-ccelerate and significantly reduces speed while driving. This creates a serious safety hazard, especially in traffic or at highway speeds. A sudden loss of power or inability to accelerate could easily result in a collision, potentially causing serious injury or death. There is currently no remedy available for this recall, yet the vehicle remains in operation on public roads. I do not feel the vehicle is safe to drive under these conditions. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this issue further and require the manufacturer to provide an immediate and effective remedy. Owners should not be placed in a position where they must operate an unsafe vehicle while waiting for a repair solution. Thank you for your attention to this matter. [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

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Safety Rating for the 2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 28 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

0100122 — EQUIPMENT

Oil Change Monitor Displaying Prematurely This bulletin involves resetting the oil life monitor and if necessary changing the engine oil and filter. The customer may experience the oil change light illuminated on the dash shortly after taking delivery of the vehicle within 6,437 Km (4,000 miles).

S2123000016 — STRUCTURE

Creak Noise From Front Of Vehicle

S2123000016 — EQUIPMENT

Creak Noise From Front Of Vehicle

18-017-21 — POWER TRAIN

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available softwareand replacing the oil vapor recovery tube. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or moreof the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have...

1801721 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available softwareand replacing the oil vapor recovery tube. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or moreof the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have...

1801721 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available softwareand replacing the oil vapor recovery tube. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or moreof the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have...

0806520 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

RAN RAP RAG and RSD 2.5 Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio to software level to MV 090.000.061The customer should be informed that after the reprogram, the radio will need to have the phones paired to theEntertainment Telematics Module (ETM). The operative details...

01-001-20 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Oil Change Monitor Displaying Prematurely This bulletin involves resetting the oil life monitor and if necessary changing the engine oil and filter. The customer may experience the oil change light illuminated on the dash shortly after taking delivery of the vehicle within 6,437 Km (4,000 miles).

18-026-20 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM), also known as a PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs have been...

18-026-20 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM), also known as a PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs have been...

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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