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2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio problems

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One of the years to avoid

With 33 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.1 times the median Stelvio year — the 2020 model ranks #3 of 8 Stelvio years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Engine leads the complaint categories with 9 reports (27% of the total).

33

NHTSA complaints

6

Recalls

0

Investigations

6

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other Stelvio years?

Stelvio NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted201 complaints2018: 201 complaints2019: 48 complaints2020: 33 complaints2021: 9 complaints2022: 10 complaints2023: 11 complaints2024: 4 complaints2025: 0 complaints
Stelvio NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine927%
Electrical System618%
Fuel System412%
Driver Assistance412%
Transmission39%
Other39%
Seat Belts13%
Steering13%
Tires & Wheels13%
Airbags13%

Does the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio have recalls?

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

25V667000Driver AssistanceOctober 7, 2025 · 62,910 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. The printed circuit board and software for the rearview camera may contain defects that cause the rearview camera image not to display properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the radio, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the rearview camera software, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 25, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is A2C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.

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.

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.

21V878000Fuel SystemNovember 12, 2021 · 11,419 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, and Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles. The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.

Consequence

A fuel leak may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel line sensor housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 11, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y91.

21V309000BrakesMay 4, 2021 · 9 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2020-2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles. Hard braking may cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) rotor shaft to separate, a reduction of braking assist, and a loss of ABS.

Consequence

The loss of braking assistance and ABS functionality can reduce overall braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the ABS HCU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The contact owns a 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light and several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed, and the vehicle was diagnosed with a blown…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 1, 2024

“Upon starting the vehicle a number of warning lights illuminated including the battery light. Upon viewing the battery compartment the plastic enclosure surrounding the battery had a few inches of water inside. I do have videos showing the water inside the compartment and also video of water being…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 22, 2025

“The contact owns a 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle was jerking. The failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a fuel system…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · December 17, 2025

“My Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2020 on Oct 29,2025 stop functioning all the ADAS system as well as the sunroof. Because of this a had a small accident with a gate as it did not advised me. I read in a few websites that I am not the only person having this same issue. This is a very serious issue that Alfa…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · October 29, 2025 · crash

“Please be advised that Alfa Romeo vehicles are experiencing a very large number of gear shift selecting buttons that "POP OFF" during driving and while parked and can't be driven or moved!!! This is a know reported and COMMON ISSUE according to the ALFA ROMEO SERVICE MANAGER but not a reported…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · January 16, 2024

2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio — common questions

Is the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 33 complaints put the 2020 model at #3 of 8 Stelvio years. It is one of the Stelvio years to avoid.

What are the most common 2020 Stelvio problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (9 complaints), electrical system (6 complaints), fuel system (4 complaints).

Does the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns affecting the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Alfa Romeo Stelvio years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Stelvio years to avoid are 2018, 2019, 2020. The cleanest record among Stelvio 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.