2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA Complaints and Recall Information
The 2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA has 3 complaints and 17 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most commonly report stalling issues with check engine warnings, often linked to fuel pump failures. Some also note sudden loss of power on highways, sometimes accompanied by warning lights for the engine and transmission systems.
- Fuel pump failure. Multiple reports of the vehicle stalling due to a failed fuel pump module, requiring replacement.
- Engine stalling. Sudden engine shutdowns occur while driving, often with illuminated check engine and transmission warning lights.
- Low fuel pressure. Diagnostic codes indicate low fuel pressure (P008A), impacting vehicle drivability and safety.
There are 17 recalls involving various safety, fuel, braking, and electrical systems. These recalls address defects that affect fuel delivery, brake performance, seat belt sensors, and software issues. The remedies include software updates, part replacements, and installation of brackets or corrected labels.
- Fuel system pump defect. (Recall 25V586000) About 53,849 vehicles may experience fuel pump failure causing loss of fuel flow and drive power, increasing crash risk. Remedy is under development; interim notifications will be sent.
- Tire label errors. (Recall 24V512000) Incorrect tire pressure and size information on labels may cause improper tire inflation or sizing, increasing crash risk. Corrected labels will be mailed for dealer installation free of charge.
- Seat belt buckle sensor. (Recall 24V510000) Faulty connection may prevent front seat air bags from deploying properly, raising injury risk; dealers will repair free of charge.
- Brake system excessive force. (Recall 23V382000) Certain vehicles with carbon ceramic brakes may suffer rotor fractures due to excessive clamp force, reducing brake performance and increasing crash risk; software update provided.
- Fuel gauge inaccuracy. (Recall 19V551000) Body Control Module may inaccurately display higher fuel levels, risking unexpected stalls; software updates available free of charge.
- Contaminated brake fluid. (Recall 17V823000) Some vehicles may have brake fluid contamination damaging braking system performance, raising crash risk; dealers inspect and replace as needed.
- Brake fluid leak fire hazard. (Recall 18V828000) Brake fluid line contact with coolant hose clamp may cause leaks onto the exhaust, posing fire risk; dealers install brackets and replace damaged lines.
- Adaptive Cruise Control software. (Recall 19V148000) Brake System Module software may prevent disabling ACC after wheel slip detection, increasing crash risk; software updates are provided.
- Engine misfire risks. (Recall 18V636000) 2.0L engine misfires can overheat catalytic converters causing wiring and engine damage, increasing fire and stall risk; software updates and inspections performed.
Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved safety defects related to stalling, fuel delivery, or braking systems may have rights under their state’s lemon law. It is advisable to consult legal counsel familiar with vehicle defect cases for guidance on potential remedies.
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA Summary
2018
Model Year
3
Total Complaints
9
Total Recalls
482470
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
53849 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
337128 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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: A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
9037 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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: Incorrect tire information can result in under-inflated tires or installing the incorrect-size tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
719 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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: An unexpected decrease in brake performance increases the risk of a crash.
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
21914 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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: The vehicle may be operated without enough fuel in the tank causing a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
19114 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
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: The driver's inability to deactivate the ACC can increase the risk of crash.
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
6136 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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: Brake fluid leaking onto the exhaust can increase the risk of a fire.
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
34357 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
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: 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.
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
216 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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: A reduction in braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Complaints
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
ID: 2115602FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
When driving on the highway, the car completely stalled. Without warning service engine and service transmission light illuminated on instrument cluster. P008a low fuel pressure. Safety was put at risk. Unable to move car safely away from traffic at night. The car was just serviced at an alpha romeo dealership three weeks prior with similar symptoms for the 3rd time. After brief research, this seems to be a common issue with these car.
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
ID: 2059697ENGINE
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
2018 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
ID: 2059696FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.