2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Problems: 7 Complaints, 6 Recalls

Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History

Fuel cost, fuel economy, and complaint history by model-yearScroll sideways to see all 5 years. Fuel figures show the range across trims for years with more than one EPA-rated configuration.Also cataloged for 2021: 1 configuration(s) of a different vehicle class, excluded from the comparison bar only (but included in the figures above).
Category	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	vs. 2021 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Annual fuel cost ($)	3,100–4,100	3,100–4,100	3,100–4,100	3,100–4,100	3,100–4,100
Combined MPG	19–25	19–25	19–25	19–25	19–25
City / Highway MPG	17–22 / 23–29	17–22 / 23–29	17–22 / 23–29	17–22 / 23–29	17–22 / 23–29
CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi)	359–470	359–463	359–463	359–463	359–463
Complaints filed	36	19	7	5	6	Not compared
Recalls issued	8	6	6	3	4	Not compared
Crash-involved complaints	2	2	0	0	0	Not compared
Fire-involved complaints	1	0	0	0	0	Not compared
Injuries reported	2	0	0	0	0	Not compared
Deaths reported	0	0	0	0	0	Not compared
Configurations compared	2	2	2	2	2

Common questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio have?

6 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.

What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio?

Engine: 2 of 7 NHTSA complaints (29%) mention it.

What gas mileage does the 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio get?

EPA rates it 19–25 MPG combined.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio?

EPA estimates $3,100–$4,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.

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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)

Every EPA-rated configuration on this page, one row each.A number tagged (low) or (high) is this page’s own cost-table figure of that name, above.
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	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD	22 mpg (high)	29 mpg (high)	25 mpg (high)	$3,100 (low)	359 g/mi (low)
Configuration 2	Automatic 8-spd	4	2.0L	All-Wheel Drive	Premium	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD	22 mpg (high)	28 mpg	24 mpg	$3,250	364 g/mi
Configuration 3	Automatic 8-spd	6	2.9L	All-Wheel Drive	Premium	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD	17 mpg (low)	23 mpg (low)	19 mpg (low)	$4,100 (high)	463 g/mi (high)

Complaints by Category

Complaints by category, in the same fixed order on every page
Category	Complaints	Crash-Involved	Fire-Involved	Injuries	Deaths
Engine	2	0	0	0	0
Transmission & Drivetrain	0	0	0	0	0
Fuel System	2	0	0	0	0
Electrical	1	0	0	0	0
Brakes	0	0	0	0	0
Steering	0	0	0	0	0
Suspension, Wheels & Tires	0	0	0	0	0
Airbags & Restraints	0	0	0	0	0
Driver Assistance & Speed Control	1	0	0	0	0
Body, Seats & Latches	1	0	0	0	0
Visibility & Lighting	0	0	0	0	0
Other	2	0	0	0	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 (6)

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · Campaign 25V667000 · Oct 7, 2025
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.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; SEAT BELTS:FRONT · Campaign 24V510000 · Jul 5, 2024
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 · Campaign 24V512000 · Jul 5, 2024
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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:PRESSURE SENSOR · Campaign 21V878000 · Nov 12, 2021
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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · Campaign 21V309000 · May 4, 2021
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.
AIR BAGS; AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN · Campaign 21V221000 · Mar 30, 2021
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. An improperly crimped clamp may allow the side curtain air bag cushion and inflator to separate, causing an incomplete deployment or preventing the deployment of the air bag.
Consequence: An incomplete deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side air bag inflatable curtain assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 19, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y15.