2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Only 19 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2020
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2020: 19 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 131 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
8 of 19 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
Engine light came on. I was told by the first dealership that the coolant was mixing with the engine oil. There was also a vehicle at the shop there for the same issue. after doing some research online, it appears that this is a bigger issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-13
Electrical system
6 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system.
Fuel/propulsion system
4 of 19 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Show complaint excerpts
Car stalled/ went into limp mode 4 separate times for fuel pressure issue. Is not drivable, does not accelerate, throws erroneous error codes. The recall Y91 covers this issue for 2020 Stelvio. When I contact Mopar they say it is not open on my vin.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-11
Lane departure
4 of 19 total reports mention: lane departure, most commonly citing assist and warning.
Show complaint excerpts
I was in an accident that was can be contributed to my lane keeping assistance. Once the car crashed into another vehicle my airbags failed to deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-11
Also filed under Air bags and seat belts
Power train
3 of 19 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
When leaving to go to work, I pressed the button on the gear shift to put the car into reverse and then drive. I heard something click into the cupholders as I drove. It was the gear shift button. The plastic actuator button fell off completely.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-11-10
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
-
R
2021-06-29Service brakes, hydraulic21V309000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2020-2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles.
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.
-
R
2022-01-11Fuel system, gasoline21V878000 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.
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.
-
R
2023-07-20Service brakes, hydraulic23V382000 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.
-
R
2024-08-27Air bags, seat belts24V510000 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.
-
R
2025-03-18Service brakes, hydraulic24V943000 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.
-
R
2025-11-25Back over prevention25V667000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V309000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 21V878000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 23V382000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 24V510000 · Air bags, seat belts
- Recall 24V943000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 25V667000 · Back over prevention
FAQ
- Is the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio 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 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.