2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO Complaints and Recall Information
The 2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO has 5 complaints and 13 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners frequently report issues with engine warning and brake sensors activating unexpectedly. There are also reports of a corroded ground strap connected to the transmission causing extensive electrical damage to the engine wiring harness, resulting in costly repairs.
Common Issues- Engine and brake sensors. Multiple owners report warning lights for the engine and brakes turning on without clear cause.
- Corroded ground strap. A faulty ground strap under the vehicle linked to the transmission causes an overload in the engine wiring harness, leading to melting and damage.
- Engine wiring harness damage. Damage from the ground strap issue requires full replacement of the engine wiring harness with high labor costs.
In addition to complaints, there are 13 recalls addressing fuel system defects, safety restraint malfunctions, brake system problems, and engine cooling issues. These recalls affect various safety and operational components of the vehicle.
Recalls- Fuel pump failure. (NHTSA 25V586000) Affects 53,849 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail causing loss of fuel flow and drive power which increases crash risk. FCA is developing a remedy and has sent interim notifications.
- Seat belt buckle sensor. (NHTSA 24V510000) Affects 337,128 vehicles. Improper connection may prevent front air bags from deploying. Dealers will repair the sensor connection free of charge.
- Front air bags. (NHTSA 24V510000) Also affects 337,128 vehicles. Same defect as seat belt buckle sensor interfering with air bag deployment. Repair involves free sensor connection fix.
- Brake pedal assembly. (NHTSA 24V943000) Affects 2,021 vehicles. The fastener connecting brake pedal and booster may detach, causing loss of brake function and increased crash risk. Dealers will inspect and repair as needed for free.
- Carbon ceramic brakes. (NHTSA 23V382000) Affects 719 vehicles. Excessive clamp force on rotors may fracture them, reducing brake performance and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update brake system software free of charge.
- Fuel gauge inaccurate. (NHTSA 19V551000) Affects 21,914 vehicles. The body control module may show higher fuel level than actual causing possible stalls. Dealers will update software free of charge.
- ABS hydraulic unit defect. (NHTSA 21V309000) Affects 9 vehicles. Hard braking may cause ABS module rotor shaft separation resulting in reduced braking assist. Dealers will replace the ABS unit free of charge.
- Coolant hose leak. (NHTSA 18V635000) Affects 674 vehicles. Inadequate webbing on engine cooling hose may cause coolant leaks leading to engine overheating and stalling. Dealers will replace the hose free of charge.
- Adaptive Cruise Control issue. (NHTSA 19V148000) Affects 19,114 vehicles. Software may prevent the driver from disabling ACC after traction control detects specific wheel slip, raising crash risk. Dealers will update the software for free.
- Brake system module software. (NHTSA 19V148000) Same recall as above affecting 19,114 vehicles. The BSM software defect impacts ACC disabling functionality. Software update will be provided free of charge.
Owners with repeated repairs, unresolved recall issues, or safety defects related to the 2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting legal resources could help determine eligibility for remedies related to chronic vehicle problems or safety concerns.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO Summary
2019
Model Year
5
Total Complaints
8
Total Recalls
435428
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
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.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
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.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
2021 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.
Risk: Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
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.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
9 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2020-2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles. Hard braking may cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) rotor shaft to separate, a reduction of braking assist, and a loss of ABS.
Risk: The loss of braking assistance and ABS functionality can reduce overall braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
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.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
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.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
674 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
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.
Risk: A loss of coolant can cause the engine to overheat and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
ID: 2098083ENGINE
A corroded faulty ground strap under the car, which is connected to the transmission caused the engine wiring harness to overload a smaller ground wire in the wheel well, then continued to melt other sections of the main engine wiring harness when trying to start the car. This is only a $200 part, but caused $6k+ of damages calling for a labor intensive job of replacing the entire engine wiring harness. The manufacturer does not provide any information on this to the owner as a maintenance issue or something to keep an eye on to prevent this issue. It's obviously a defect.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
ID: 2098082ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
A corroded faulty ground strap under the car, which is connected to the transmission caused the engine wiring harness to overload a smaller ground wire in the wheel well, then continued to melt other sections of the main engine wiring harness when trying to start the car. This is only a $200 part, but caused $6k+ of damages calling for a labor intensive job of replacing the entire engine wiring harness. The manufacturer does not provide any information on this to the owner as a maintenance issue or something to keep an eye on to prevent this issue. It's obviously a defect.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
ID: 2093512ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sensors for engine turned on and brakes.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
ID: 2093511SERVICE BRAKES
Sensors for engine turned on and brakes.
2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
ID: 2093510SUSPENSION
Sensors for engine turned on and brakes.