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2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
138
+7 complaints in 30 days
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
11
Latest Sep 9, 2025
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
0
Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
6
3 injuries, 0 deaths reported

Overview

Our database contains 138 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, most frequently naming the fuel system, engine and electrical categories. 11 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 145 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

11 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Sep 9, 2025
53,849 units potentially affected
The 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.
The risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The 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 contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 93C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 16, 2025. The information in your report suggests that Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)Manufacturer number 93CView on NHTSA.gov

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; SEAT BELTS:FRONT

Jul 3, 2024
337,128 units potentially affected
The 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.
The risk: A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The 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.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)Manufacturer number 82BView on NHTSA.gov

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

May 30, 2023
719 units potentially affected
The 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.
The risk: An unexpected decrease in brake performance increases the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)Manufacturer number 68AView on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Engine
Filed Nov 6, 2026

It all started went for routine oil change 2018 alfa romeo stelvio at alfa dealer ship. Drove off car was shaking called dealership ask to return same day the car shaking again engine light throttle and other lights lit up like Christmas tree Was told oil system issue. After completed the car never drove the same the engine throttle light never turned off and the on and off start button stop working. I've been to dealership many times all bad experiences after routine oil. I don't drive the car much because I'm afraid the car will stall or I'm going to crash due to no engine power. Nearly crashed onto a family head on multiple times at the intersection while turning because engine power cut off and hit from behind on freeway my stelvio list engine power. You never know when engine power gives out make a loud roaring sound 5-6 secs like wants to explode while my foot all way down on gas pedal. Auto service manager states seen a high rise with oil system pressure and replacement. Please review and open recall for oil pump replacement before someone gets injured or fatalities. This is safety issue. I called Alfa Romero they decline to help me out of good will because my car is 2018 . There are others same year, make and model on Alfa Romero Community website and Facebook Alfa Romeo all discussing oil pump issue and other engine light igniting and Codes PO6DD-OOl. The dealership wants me to pay 7000 dollars to replace oil pump but I can not afford I'm the household. 59 cases including myself reported to you all for oil system pressure. This is a manufacturer issue not human error. Alfa Romeo needs to be held accountable.

NHTSA ID
11776359
Incident
Oct 31, 2026
Fuel system
Filed Nov 5, 2026

My vehicle was subject to recall 93C for the fuel delivery module. Before the recall repair I had Auto Start/Stop Disabled, Service Electronic Throttle, Service Parking Brake, Check Engine Light, limp mode, and unexpected shutdowns. Bill Luke Tempe Alfa Romeo replaced the fuel pump on September 29, 2026, and the vehicle was ready September 30, 2026. The same warnings and shutdowns continued after the repair. On October 23, 2026, at approximately 93,400 miles, while driving to Walmart, I attempted a U-turn. The vehicle went into limp mode with the same warnings and completely shut down in the middle of the turn. I was able to restart it temporarily and move it to a Circle K parking lot, but when I tried to pull into a parking space it would not start. It was towed to my home in Tucson and has remained inoperable since. No crash, no injury, and no fire occurred. The loss of power while turning was a serious safety risk.

NHTSA ID
11776094
Incident
Oct 23, 2026
Fuel system
Filed Nov 3, 2026

Outstanding recall required but I am located in a state without an authorized dealer and the manufacturer has declined transportation assistance previously provided for another recall. The oustanding recall if not fixed states, "A loss of drive power can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning." My closest authorized dealer is over 6 hours away driving. It doesn't seem like I should be driving that much to get recall fixed if the unfixed recall "can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning." Please review whether the manufacturer's remedy arrangements provide reasonable access in my circumstances. Thank you!

NHTSA ID
11775520
Incident
Aug 24, 2026
AirbagsFuel systemSeat belts
Filed Oct 28, 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V510000 (Air Bags, Seat Belts) and 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). However, the closest authorized dealer was approximately 55 miles away and was an 1 hour and 15 minutes of driving. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the issue.

NHTSA ID
11774266
Incident
Oct 28, 2026
EngineFuel system
Filed Oct 27, 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a melted catalytic convertor failure. The contact was informed that the catalytic convertor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

NHTSA ID
11773980
Incident
Oct 27, 2026
Mileage
83,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed Oct 27, 2026

Legal Compliance & Safety Hazard Remedy - VIN: [XXX] Alfa Romeo's response frames towing as a "warranty coverage" issue. This is factually incorrect and legally irrelevant. This is not a warranty claim; this is a federally mandated National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) safety campaign involving a severe vehicle fire and engine stalling hazard. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers are legally required to provide a remedy for safety recalls that is reasonably accessible to the consumer, free of charge. Alfa Remeo has failed to provide that access: Complete Infrastructure Failure in [XXX]: My nearest in-state authorized dealer, Dennis Dillon Fiat in [XXX], has formally refused to perform this safety recall because they do not have an Alfa-certified technician on staff. Extreme Geographical Hardship: Because Alfa Romeo's only in-state service center lacks the technical capability to fulfill your safety mandate, the nearest operational dealership is now roughly 9.5 hours away. Severe Safety Liability: Alfa Romeo is demanding that I personally operate or coordinate the transport of a vehicle with an active, un-remedied fuel system fire/stalling hazard across nearly 10 hours of public highway. Doing so places severe liability on me and a catastrophic safety risk on the public—a risk caused entirely by a manufacturing defect and your broken dealer network. Because Stellantis cannot provide a qualified technician within a reasonable or safe distance from ZIP code [XXX], they are failing to provide a functionally accessible recall remedy. I am requesting that Alfa Romeo authorize one of the following logistical accommodations: Option A: Stellantis covers the full cost of a commercial auto-carrier to transport the vehicle from [XXX] to your closest functional facility and return it upon completion. Option B: Stellantis issues a formal franchise waiver to allow my local local Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram (CDJR) in [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA

NHTSA ID
11773946
Incident
Oct 26, 2026
Fuel system
Filed Oct 21, 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle experienced reduced power on several occasions, with the check engine warning light illuminated during the failure. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V510000 (Air Bags, Seat Belts) and 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The dealer was contacted for the recall repairs and scheduled a service appointment for March 2, 2027. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs.

NHTSA ID
11772655
Incident
Sep 30, 2026
EngineSteering
Filed Oct 2, 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The vehicle was purchased and the contact was notified of an EPS failure. While driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and the messages "Service Engine", "Service Throttle Body", and "Alfa Steering Torque" were displayed. The contact detected a burning coolant odor while outside the vehicle. The following day, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 20–30 MPH with the RPM at high, and the coolant level fluctuating. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle but was unable to open the hood due to a fractured hood latch. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone, where DTC: P0299, P00B7, C0051-86, U1702-86, and C0076-68 were retrieved. The failure mileage was 110,351.

NHTSA ID
11768539
Incident
Oct 1, 2026
Mileage
110,351 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

S1705000002 REV.B

SERVICE BRAKES

Front Brake Pulsation and/or Clunk Noise

22D Combo Rev1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Emissions Recall 22D - On Board Diagnostics - Dealer Notification (Revision 1)

22D Combo

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Emissions Recall 22D - On Board Diagnostics - Dealer Notification

112842

ENGINE

BOLT - HEX FLANGE HEAD

2623000037 REV.A

STRUCTURE:BODY

Condensation Or Water Infiltration In Headlights, Daytime Running Lights (DRL), Turn Signals, Fog Lights, Taillights. Rev A

S2623000037

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY

Condensation Or Water Infiltration In Headlights, Daytime Running Lights (DRL), Turn Signals, Fog Lights, Taillights.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Alfa Romeo Stelvio by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026000—
2025220—
2024230—
2023640—
2022830—
2021760—
2020216064.9
2019368065.3
2018Viewing13811063.5
2017000—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.