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2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 62 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 4.4 times the median Giulia year — the 2019 model ranks #3 of 9 Giulia years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 10 injuries in total across these filings.

Fuel System leads the complaint categories with 21 reports (34% of the total).

62

NHTSA complaints

7

Recalls

1

Investigations

14

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

10

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Giulia years?

Giulia NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted158 complaints2017: 158 complaints2018: 130 complaints2019: 62 complaints2020: 27 complaints2021: 14 complaints2022: 4 complaints2023: 5 complaints2024: 12 complaints2025: 1 complaints
Giulia NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System2134%
Engine1219%
Airbags610%
Brakes58%
Electrical System58%
Other35%
Visibility & Wipers23%
Speed Control23%
Transmission23%
Driver Assistance12%
Suspension12%
Lighting12%
Seat Belts12%

Does the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia have recalls?

7 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V586000Fuel SystemSeptember 9, 2025 · 53,849 units

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.

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.

24V943000BrakesDecember 19, 2024 · 2,021 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.

Consequence

Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair, the brake booster connection, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is E0B.

24V510000Seat BeltsJuly 3, 2024 · 337,128 units

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.

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.

24V512000OtherJuly 3, 2024 · 9,037 units

Defect

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.

23V382000BrakesMay 30, 2023 · 719 units

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.

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.

19V551000Electrical SystemJuly 25, 2019 · 21,914 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

The vehicle may be operated without enough fuel in the tank causing a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

19V148000Driver AssistanceMarch 1, 2019 · 19,114 units

Defect

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“My car would not accelerate. “Electronic Throttle Warning” and my “auto start stop” lights popped up on dashboard. Dealer claimed it was something else, had me pay and the problem is still occurring. They cannot figure it out I think it’s the recall and they tell me they’re unsure. My…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · November 18, 2025

“Caught on fire while parked for over an hour. No indication of any problem when driven earlier in the day. Parked in outdoor apt lot. Smelled smoke. Ran out and saw engine was on fire. Called fire department to extinguish it. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 29, 2026 · fire

“The brakes failed on the car causing my vehicle to crash into my home. The airbags did not deploy. The vehicle is available for inspection and is currently at the dealership. Alfa Romeo has sent out a special investigations team to inspect the vehicle and has escalated the issue to their legal…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · January 26, 2023 · crash

“When pulling into a parking space with foot on the brake the engine revs and surges forward. This has happened 2 times over the course of 2 years with out damage or personal injury. Twice in the last month. The third incident happened on October 15, 2024 causing the vehicle to surge/accelerate…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · October 15, 2024 · crash

“ON 12/30/2020 THE CAR WAS WRECKED INTO A LIGHT POLE AT 55-60 MPH. MAJOR FRONT END DAMAGE THE SEATBELTS DIDN'T LOCK AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE MANUFACTURE IS NOT BEING RESPONSIBLE.THE VEHICAL CURRENTLY HAS A PRODUCT LIABILITY HOLD ON IT FOR INSPECTION BUT IT HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED AS OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 30, 2020 · crash

2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia — common questions

Is the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 62 complaints put the 2019 model at #3 of 9 Giulia years. It is one of the Giulia years to avoid.

What are the most common 2019 Giulia problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (21 complaints), engine (12 complaints), airbags (6 complaints).

Does the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Alfa Romeo Giulia years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Giulia years to avoid are 2017, 2018, 2019. The cleanest record among Giulia years belongs to 2025.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.