2006 Alfa Romeo Gold problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2006 Alfa Romeo Gold — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2006 compare to other Gold years?

Gold NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2006 Alfa Romeo Gold problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Engine	1	25%	new
Suspension	1	25%	new
Trailer Hitch	1	25%	new
Visibility & Wipers	1	25%	— flat

Does the 2006 Alfa Romeo Gold have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

08V016000SteeringJanuary 10, 2008 · 602 units

Defect

CERTAIN MOTOR HOME CHASSIS BUILT ON FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH ZF MODEL 8018 STEERING GEARS, THESE GEARS MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH THE INCORRECT RECIRCULATING BALL SPACER. THIS COULD POTENTIALLY ALLOW THE RECIRCULATING BALLS TO ESCAPE FROM THE RECIRCULATING BALL CIRCUIT RESULTING IN A LOSS OF STEERING.

Consequence

THE OPERATOR MAY NOTICE HIGHER REQUIRED STEERING WHEEL INPUTS, OR THE NEED FOR MORE STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS WHILE DRIVING IN A STRAIGHT LINE IN COMBINATION WITH METALLIC CRACKING NOISES PRIOR TO A LOSS OF STEERING. LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

ALFA LEISURE IS WORKING WITH FREIGHTLINER AND ZF TO REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07V343 AND 07E049). OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712 OR ALFA LEISURE AT 1-800-373-3372.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“MY ENGINE JUST QUIT WITH ABOUT ONE MINUTE WARNING ON A CITY STREET THEN ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS ENGINE A 400 CUMMINS ISL TURBO HAS A RECALL BUT MY ENGINE IS JUST PRIOR TO THE BEGINNING REAL NUMBERS. MY ENGINE IS #46531147. I NEED TO KNOW IF OTHERS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM OUTSIDE THE RECALL.”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 19, 2020

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 ALFA GOLD, 5TH WHEEL TRAILER, MODEL NUMBER SGF34RLES. THE INSTALLATION OF THE SHOCK ABSORBENT BRACELET BASE PLATE BOLTS WAS NOT LONG ENOUGH TO CONNECT TO THE LOCKING MECHANISM. THE LEFT REAR BOLT WAS LOOSE, CAUSING THE FLUID TO LEAK ON THE TIRE. ALSO, THE FRONT LEFT BOLT…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · April 18, 2007

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 ALFA GOLD, 5TH WHEEL TRAILER, MODEL NUMBER SGF34RLES. THE INSTALLATION OF THE SHOCK ABSORBENT BRACELET BASE PLATE BOLTS WAS NOT LONG ENOUGH TO CONNECT TO THE LOCKING MECHANISM. THE LEFT REAR BOLT WAS LOOSE, CAUSING THE FLUID TO LEAK ON THE TIRE. ALSO, THE FRONT LEFT BOLT…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Trailer Hitch · April 18, 2007

“THE SE-GI WINDOWS INSTALLED IN OUR MOTORHOME ARE TURNING MILKY. OF PRIMARY CONCERN IS THE LOWER FRONT DRIVER'S WINDOW AND THE TOP WINDOW. OTHERS ARE TURNING BUT THE ONES PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED ARE THE MOST URGENT FROM A SAFETY STANDPOINT. *TR”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · November 26, 2008

2006 Alfa Romeo Gold — common questions

Is the 2006 Alfa Romeo Gold reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2006 Alfa Romeo Gold have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2006 Alfa Romeo Gold. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2006 compare to other Gold years?

What are the most common 2006 Alfa Romeo Gold problems?

Does the 2006 Alfa Romeo Gold have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2006 Alfa Romeo Gold — common questions

Is the 2006 Alfa Romeo Gold reliable?

Does the 2006 Alfa Romeo Gold have recalls?

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