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2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia has been recalled for, how often it fails the UK MOT and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 7safety recalls
- 65owner complaints
- 7crash reports
- 0fire reports
- 18%fail the UK MOT
65 complaints, against an average of 67 for the other 2 Alfa Romeo Giulia model years.
Every Alfa Romeo Giulia model year with its number of owner complaints. Pick a year to compare.
What goes wrong with the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The components named most often in the 65 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 65 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.
- Why does my 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia stall, lose power or shut off while driving?13 owners · 20% · Recall 25V586000
- Why does the auto start-stop system act up on my 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?8 owners · 12.3%
- Can the sunroof on the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia shatter or fail?4 owners · 6.2%
- Why do the headlights or taillights fail on my 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?4 owners · 6.2%
- Why is the check engine light on in my 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?3 owners · 4.6%
- Why does my 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia idle rough, misfire or hesitate?3 owners · 4.6%
Has the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia been recalled?
7 U.S. safety recalls. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control 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 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.
Electrical System: Wiring 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.
Is the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia recalled in the UK or Europe?
Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.
UK DVSAAffected vehicles equipped with the option BRM (carbon ceramic matrix brakes) may face a braking management issue due to unexpected…Affected vehicles equipped with the option BRM (carbon ceramic matrix brakes) may face a braking management issue due to unexpected control unit signals. This may potentially lead to a carbon ceramic disc rupture with a resultant risk of loss or degradation of braking performance.
Risk: Affected vehicles equipped with the option BRM (carbon ceramic matrix brakes) may face a braking management issue due to unexpected control unit signals. This may potentially lead to a carbon ceramic disc rupture with a resultant risk of loss or degradation of braking performance.
Fix: Reprogramme the BSM (Braking System Module) with updated Software.
UK DVSAFuel leakage may occur
Risk: Fuel leakages may occur and fumes may form inside the passenger compartment
Fix: Fit a new plug and seal to the fuel fitter assembly
UK DVSAMore fuel than actually present in the tank could be displayed on the instrument panel .
Risk: More fuel than actually present in the tank could be displayed on the instrument panel
Fix: Update the software of the control module which governs fuel level management
UK DVSAUndesired acceleration of the vehicle may occur whilst active cruise control is operational
Risk: Undesired acceleration of the vehicle may occur whilst active cruise control is operational.
Fix: Update the software in the brake system module.
UK DVSABrake and/or clutch system components may become damaged by mineral oil
Risk: The brake/clutch system components may be damaged and system performance may decay as a result of the potential presence of mineral oil in the brake-clutch fluid because the components are not compatible with mineral oil. As a result brake/clutch system performance may deteriorate.
Fix: Replace the components in the brake-clutch system.
EU Safety GateThe cruise control software may be faulty.This may cause unintended acceleration, resulting in an accident.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateA fastening point of the cooling circuit line may damage the brake circuit line.Consequently, the performance of the brake system could be reduced and lead to a loss of control and an increased risk of accidents.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe brake and clutch fluid contain mineral oil and may as a consequence damage certain components of the braking system and the clutch.As a result the braking and clutch systems may fail.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
How often does the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia fail its MOT?
Why they failed: the share of failed tests with at least one fault in each area (a test can fail on several). Cars first registered in 2017, tested in Great Britain in 2023; first registration is usually, but not always, the model year. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0.
What do 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia owners report?
12 of the 65 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
The intrusment cluster stopped working took it to the dealership they couldn't get it to work they contacted the manufacturer they stopped communicating. Dealership can't get the new updated software to download.
The contact owns a 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The message “Service Electronic Throttle Control” was displayed. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer nor an independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was 50,000.
This has been an issue slowly getting worse over the last few months and escalated this week. June 20th, 2025 my car has literary died over (4) times during traffic and I had to try and stay calm while using a code reader to clear the codes to get the engine to start. Very scary, I have a 2017 Giulia Ti that just hit 100k miles. Even took it to the dealership and they couldn't explain it. Parasitic draw on my battery and they gave it a pass :( Codes: P2510-ECM/PCM POWER RELAY SENSE CKT RANGE/PERFORMANCE P0103-VAF CIRCUIT HIGH INPUT P0100- VAF CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION P0451-EVAP SYSTEM PRESSURE…
Fuel pump and module failed and car stalled while on highway almost causing an accident.
Dear NHTSA, I am writing to report a serious safety incident involving my vehicle. On [XXX] at approximately [XXX], while driving to an extracurricular activity for my [XXX] child, my vehicle displayed the following warning messages: “Service Engine,” “Service Electronic Throttle Control,” and “Start/Stop Unavailable.” Immediately after these warnings appeared, the vehicle shut off and shifted into neutral. I lost the ability to steer, creating a highly dangerous situation. I was on a busy road approaching an interstate entrance and had to react quickly to avoid a potential accident…
Multiple times the check engine light will come on while driving. It shuts engine down at any speed. This usually happens during warm up phase of vehicle. You have to pull over and cycle power off and on multiple times before it starts and runs again. It has stalled in intersections causing traffic delays. Once it starts and codes clear it typically runs fine for long periods. Symptom codes include throttle system failure, fuel pump low pressure, miss fire, bcm communication error. Cycling off and on clears codes and car operates normally until next cold start. Symptoms seem to worsen when…
Car go in limp mode when accelerating. Lost of power
On July 10 I was driving my car and then suddenly all the brakes came on. There were no objects in front of the car or behind the cars it was early morning at 7 o'clock on my way to the hospital for work. There was no warning that there was an object in front of me or anything. Two days later around the same time in the morning the car could start but the electronic brake system was ON. you can't turn them off. it gave a temporary message about electronic brake system issue. you can start the car and turn it off but the car won't move the even when you put the gear on as if all electronic…
The contact owns a 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side headlight had failed to function as needed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that water or condensation had gotten into the headlight assembly and that the headlight assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.
It is impossible to adjust the headlights so as not to blind oncoming drivers. Some are forced to pull over. This is an ongoing issue, which the dealer says is due to faulty design and cannot be fixed.
Car was being driven on a highway going around a turn and message for “ATV Service” appeared. Shortly after power to the steering wheel and lost jerked the car and came back. All electric lighting flickered and several other messages for service engine and transmission appeared.
THE CAR STOP BY ITSELF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND I JUST COULD MAKE IT TO PULL IT OVER AND LIGHTS APPEAR ON THE CAR DASHBOARD THE CHECK ENGINE, THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL, AND OTHER LIGHT THAT I DONT KNOW WHAT IT IS BUT IT WAS AN "A!" . I TURN OFF THE CAR AND I WAITED FOR 10 MIN AN I TURN IT ON AGAIN AND IT WORKS BUT THE LIGHTS STILL WERE THERE, SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER SHIP BECAUSE I HAVE ONLY 4 MONTH WITH THE CAR AND IT IS AN USED CAR, BUT IT HAS ONLY 19000 MILES TO HAVE THAT KIND OF PROBLEMS. AT THE DEALERSHIP THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY DONT HAVE SPACE TO CHECK THE CAR PROBABLY UNTIL…
2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia: questions owners ask
Is the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 65 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia; the most common categories were electrical system (27, 41.5%), fuel/propulsion system (24, 36.9%), engine (23, 35.4%). There are 7 safety recalls. 7 complaints mention a crash, 2 injuries were reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
Across 65 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are electrical system (41.5% of complaints), fuel/propulsion system (36.9% of complaints), engine (35.4% of complaints), exterior lighting (9.2% of complaints), service brakes (9.2% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia; the most recent (campaign 25V586000, 2025-09-09) concerns Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why does my 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia stall, lose power or shut off while driving?
13 of the 65 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia (20%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. A related recall exists: campaign 25V586000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump). The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. One owner wrote: "Multiple times the check engine light will come on while driving. It shuts engine down at any speed. This usually happens during warm up phase of vehicle. You have to pull over and cycle power off and on multiple times before it starts and runs again." (NHTSA complaint 11625740, November 2024). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why does the auto start-stop system act up on my 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
8 of the 65 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia (12.3%) describe problems with the automatic start-stop system. One owner wrote: "Car started itself. Vehicle was sitting in garage and was Locked. The radiator fans came on and vehicle started on its own. it continued to run until we unlocked and hit the stop button. Since this has happened it does not turnover on the first attempt." (NHTSA complaint 11455579, March 2022). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Can the sunroof on the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia shatter or fail?
4 of the 65 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia (6.2%) describe the sunroof or panoramic roof shattering, exploding or failing. One owner wrote: "I was driving approx. 55 mph on sunrise hwy in long island, exit 50 east bound and my sunroof just exploded/shattered. i could not find any evidence of a rock or anything that may have hit it." (NHTSA complaint 11122413, August 2018). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why do the headlights or taillights fail on my 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
4 of the 65 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia (6.2%) describe headlights, taillights or brake lights failing or condensation in the lamps. One owner wrote: "It is impossible to adjust the headlights so as not to blind oncoming drivers. Some are forced to pull over. This is an ongoing issue, which the dealer says is due to faulty design and cannot be fixed." (NHTSA complaint 11483530, September 2022). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why is the check engine light on in my 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
3 of the 65 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia (4.6%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "Multiple times the check engine light will come on while driving. It shuts engine down at any speed. This usually happens during warm up phase of vehicle. You have to pull over and cycle power off and on multiple times before it starts and runs again." (NHTSA complaint 11625740, November 2024). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why does my 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia idle rough, misfire or hesitate?
3 of the 65 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia (4.6%) describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. One owner wrote: "Fuel pump fails when hot outside or prolonged use. Has happened multiple times a week. Was driving, get a low pressure fuel code, and then engine sputters and stalls." (NHTSA complaint 11564794, January 2024). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Check your own Giulia
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA anonymised MOT results (Open Government Licence v3.0), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2017 only.