Recalls
7campaigns
3 brake · 1 fuel pump · 1 air bag
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
102filed
Owner reports, 2017–2025 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Fuel economy
27mpg combined
$2,419/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
2 L 4-cyl· 8-speed automatic
3 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (7)
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Loss of Drive Power
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · fuel pump
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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 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.
Repair progress not yet reported53,849 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V586000
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Front Seat Air Bag May Not Deploy As Intended
Air bags · frontal
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
63.1% repairedof 337,128 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 24V510000
Listed for 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia. Not checked against your VIN.
Incorrect Tire Information on Labels/FMVSS 110
Equipment · other · labels
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- Incorrect tire information can result in under-inflated tires or installing the incorrect-size tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- FCA will mail corrected tire placards and manufacturer overlay labels. Owners may bring the labels into a dealer for free installation. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 27, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024 through November 1, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 81B.
98.1% repairedof 9,037 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 24V512000
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Carbon Ceramic Brake Rotor May Fracture
Service brakes, hydraulic
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
83.8% repairedof 719 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 23V382000
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Adaptive Cruse Control May Fail To Deactivate
Forward collision avoidance · adaptive cruise control
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
95.5% repairedof 19,114 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V148000
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Brake Fluid Leak due to Brake Line Damage
Engine and engine cooling · exhaust system
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- Brake fluid leaking onto the exhaust can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket on the brake fluid line to prevent contact with the coolant hose clamp. If damage is found on the brake line, it will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB9.
94.8% repairedof 6,136 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Engine Misfire may cause Heat Damage
Electrical system · wiring
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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 this recall is UA4.
97.4% repairedof 34,357 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V636000
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Owner complaints (102)
102 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The fuel/propulsion system is mentioned most often.
7involved a crash
0involved a fire
2injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 102 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 41 | 40.2% |
| Electrical system | 35 | 34.3% |
| Engine | 31 | 30.4% |
| Unknown or other | 12 | 11.8% |
| Fuel system | 9 | 8.8% |
| Exterior lighting | 8 | 7.8% |
| Service brakes | 6 | 5.9% |
| Electronic stability control | 5 | 4.9% |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 3.9% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 2.9% |
How 2017 compares with other Giulia years
Best and worst Giulia years →2017102
201886
201946
202018
20219
20223
20232
20249
20251
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 102 | 7 |
| 2018 | 86 | 9 |
| 2019 | 46 | 7 |
| 2020 | 18 | 9 |
| 2021 | 9 | 6 |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 |
| 2023 | 2 | 3 |
| 2024 | 9 | 4 |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 |
This year (2017)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 27 mpg combined
27
mpg combined
24
city
33
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,050
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 330 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
$2,419per year
$202per month
556gallons a year
Miles ÷ 27 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 24 / 33 / 27 | $3,050 | 330 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 31 / 26 | $3,150 | 348 |
| 2.9 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | $4,100 | 451 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia FAQ
How many recalls does the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia have?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns: 25V586000 (fuel pump), 24V510000 (air bag), 24V512000 (equipment), 23V382000 (brake), 19V148000 (brake), 18V828000 (brake), 18V636000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia problems?
Owners filed 102 complaints with NHTSA. Fuel/propulsion system (41), Electrical system (35), Engine (31) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 24 city, 33 highway and 27 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2017 Giulia compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (9) and the 2017 the most (102). The 2017 drew 102. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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