The Verdict
Worst problem area
Fuel System
Fuel System leads by volume: 42 of 89 complaints (47%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Brakes include more reported injuries (3) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 103 in 2017 to 89 in 2018.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 89
- Recall campaigns
- 9
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,850–$3,850
- Combined MPG
- 20–27
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | vs. 2018 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,850–3,850 | 2,850–3,850 | 2,850–3,850 | 2,850–3,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 20–27 | 20–27 | 20–27 | 20–27 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–24 / 24–33 | 17–24 / 24–33 | 17–24 / 24–33 | 17–24 / 25–33 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 330–451 | 330–451 | 330–451 | 330–436 | |
| Complaints filed | 103 | 89 | 47 | 18 | |
| Recalls issued | 7 | 9 | 7 | 9 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 7 | 6 | 8 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 5 | 5 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia have?
9 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
Fuel System: 42 of 89 NHTSA complaints (47%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia get?
EPA rates it 20–27 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
EPA estimates $2,850–$3,850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 24 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | $2,850 (low) | 330 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 2.9L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 17 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,850 (high) | 451 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 23 mpg | 31 mpg | 26 mpg | $3,000 | 348 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 20 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 6 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (9)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- 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.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; SEAT BELTS:FRONT
- 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.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- 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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- 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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
- 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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- Brake fluid leaking onto the exhaust can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- A reduction in braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.