Alfa Romeo 164 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 23, 2000 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Alfa Romeo 164, across 2 model years (1995–1999). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 1995, with 1 complaints
1995: 1199511999: 119991

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Alfa Romeo 164 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No 164 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1999 164: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 1995 164: 1 complaint, 1 recall

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Alfa Romeo 164 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110
Fuel System, Gasoline110

All Alfa Romeo 164 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1999 16410—Fuel System, Gasoline
1995 16411—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Alfa Romeo 164 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (1), 1995 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Alfa Romeo 164?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Alfa Romeo 164 have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.