2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Giulia years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 9 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 89 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia. That ranks 2nd out of 9 Giulia model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (32 complaints, 36%), typically at around 6,400 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries. There are 9 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
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- 89owner complaints
- 9safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 32 | 36% | 6,400 | — | — |
| Engine | 21 | 24% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 20 | 22% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 11% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 9 | 10% | 500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 8 | 9% | 8,298 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 7% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 4% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 4% | 15,100 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 4% | 14,250 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 3% | 20,200 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 3% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2% | 83,050 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2% | 700 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2% | 11,300 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | 2,900 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia recalls (9)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Seat belts:front; air bags:frontal
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Problem: 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.
Fix: Alfa Romeo will notify owners, and dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Alfa Romeo's number for this recall is V84.
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control; service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system; service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:hydraulic:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Engine and engine cooling:engine; electrical system:wiring
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Problem: 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.
Fix: Alfa Romeo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the braking system, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2018. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service at 1-844-253-2872. Chrysler's number for this recall is T84.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Low Pressure Fuel Pump Assembly Failure (PE24003) — opened Jan 8, 2024, closed Sep 26, 2025, led to recall 25E069.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
On October 13, 2026, while driving my 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti home from work at night in dry weather, the vehicleâs lights began flickering and then the headlights went out while the vehicle was moving. I suddenly could not see the road and nearly had an accident. The problem is intermittent…
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romero Giulia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V586000(FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available for the recall…
Vehicle: 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia, VIN [XXX] Recall: NHTSA 25V-586 (FCA/Stellantis Recall 93C): Fuel Delivery Module / fuel pump I received FCA's safety recall notice for recall 93C. It states the fuel pump can fail and cause a loss of drive power, which can cause a crash without warning. The notice…
My Alfa Romeo with VIN [XXX] has an active recall 93C (NHTSA Recall 25V586) related to the Fuel Delivery Module. The recall specifically states that this issue can lead to a sudden loss of drive power while driving and possibly result in a crash. Due to the closure of the dealership in San Antonio…
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on approximately five occasions, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode, lost motive power, and stalled on some…
Other Alfa Romeo Giulia years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Giulia | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Giulia | 9 | 4 |
| 2023 Giulia | 2 | 3 |
| 2022 Giulia | 3 | 3 |
| 2021 Giulia | 9 | 6 |
| 2020 Giulia | 18 | 9 |
| 2019 Giulia | 46 | 7 |
| 2018 | 89 | 9 |
| 2017 Giulia | 103 | 7 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 32 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
Yes, 9 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Giulia model years, the 2018 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.