Alfa Romeo Giulia reliability
The Alfa Romeo Giulia fails its MOT about as often as most cars up to 5 years old: 13.1% of 3,757 tests failed in 2023, against 14% on average.
12 DVSA recalls for the Alfa Romeo Giulia
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Alfa Romeo Giulia cable (wiring harness) branch
On affected vehicles due to a production nonconformity the wiring harness leading to the headlamp ECU could become damaged by tyre interference with the wheel arch liner which could result in error messages being displayed and a loss of headlamp low beam functionality.
Fix: Inspect wiring harness and wheel arch liner for damage and repair or replace as necessary.
Recalled models: GIULIA QV · 109 vehicles
Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio. Lane Keep Assist acoustic signal
Vehicle reliability and your safety are a major concern for Alfa Romeo. On a number of Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio vehicles there is a requirement to update the software of the Instrument Panel Cluster. This is required to ensure that the acoustic emergency signal sounds after the Lane Keep Assist system is deactivated and ensure it complies with the regulatory requirements.
Fix: The free of charge repair is the Alfa Romeo retailer will update the vehicle software. Alfa Romeo ref: F538.
Recalled models: GIULIA · 376 vehicles
Affected vehicles equipped with the option BRM (carbon ceramic matrix brakes) may face a braking management issue due to unexpected control unit signals. This may potentially lead to a carbon ceramic disc rupture with a resultant risk of loss or degradation of braking performance.
Affected vehicles equipped with the option BRM (carbon ceramic matrix brakes) may face a braking management issue due to unexpected control unit signals. This may potentially lead to a carbon ceramic disc rupture with a resultant risk of loss or degradation of braking performance.
Fix: Reprogramme the BSM (Braking System Module) with updated Software.
Recalled models: GIULIA · 100 vehicles
The automatic headlight position sensors may not have been calibrated
The automatic headlight position sensors may not have been calibrated and therefore the function does not comply with the requirements of ECE R48
Fix: Recalibration of the automatic headlight position sensors and alignment of the headlights.
Recalled models: GIULIA · 973 vehicles
Possibility of a fuel leak from the fuel pressure and temperature sensor
Due to a production nonconformity there may be the possibility of a fuel leak from the fuel pressure and temperature sensor.
Fix: Replace the front fuel supply pipe and sensor.
Recalled models: GIULIA · 157 vehicles
The vehicle may not comply with ECE Regulation 16 Amendment 07 where all seats must be equipped with a safety belt reminder function with visual and audible indication of seat belt status.
The vehicle may not comply with ECE Regulation 16 Amendment 07 where all seats must be equipped with a safety belt reminder function with visual and audible indication of seat belt status.
Fix: Conduct a software update to ensure the seat belt indication is available for all occupied seats.
Recalled models: GIULIA · 37 vehicles
A possibilty of the rear brake discs having micro cracks
There is a possibility of the rear brake discs having micro-cracks.
Fix: Replace the rear brake discs.
Recalled models: GIULIA QUADRIFOGLIO · 7 vehicles
The seats may not lock in the correct position
The seats may not lock in the correct position.
Fix: Check and replace the seat frame if necessary
Recalled models: GIULIA · 57 vehicles
Fuel leakage may occur
Fuel leakages may occur and fumes may form inside the passenger compartment
Fix: Fit a new plug and seal to the fuel fitter assembly
Recalled models: GIULIA · 116 vehicles
More fuel than actually present in the tank could be displayed on the instrument panel .
More fuel than actually present in the tank could be displayed on the instrument panel
Fix: Update the software of the control module which governs fuel level management
Recalled models: GIULIA · 2,402 vehicles
Undesired acceleration of the vehicle may occur whilst active cruise control is operational
Undesired acceleration of the vehicle may occur whilst active cruise control is operational.
Fix: Update the software in the brake system module.
Recalled models: GIULIA · 493 vehicles
Brake and/or clutch system components may become damaged by mineral oil
The brake/clutch system components may be damaged and system performance may decay as a result of the potential presence of mineral oil in the brake-clutch fluid because the components are not compatible with mineral oil. As a result brake/clutch system performance may deteriorate.
Fix: Replace the components in the brake-clutch system.
Recalled models: GIULIA · 11 vehicles
Checking a Alfa Romeo Giulia before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.