2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 91 |
| 2018 | 84 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
35% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 15 distinct reports on file.
30% of complaints: engine — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE16% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 7 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210408
14% of complaints: air bags — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped in a turning lane, another vehicle from behind struck the front and rear driver's sides. The air bags did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240906
The contact owns a 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH in heavy bumper-to-bumper traffic, the vehicle in front was rear-ended. The air bags failed to deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240729
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210408
SAFETY TIMELINE
FCA US LLC (Alfa Romeo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2017-2019 Giulia vehicles.
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.
Campaign 19V148000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 19V551000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 23V382000 — check if this car was fixed
Low Pressure Fuel Pump Assembly Failure
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.
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.
Campaign 24V512000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 24V510000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles.
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.
Campaign 24V943000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 25V586000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V586000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V148000 (forward collision avoidance, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V551000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V382000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V512000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V510000 (air bags, seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V943000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.