First generation
2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia
The most reported problem on the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia is stalling, with 31 complaints.
- 102owner complaints
- 7recalls
- 7involved a crash
- 13,000median miles at failure
Newest report Sep 26, 2026 · checked Oct 2, 2026
What is your Giulia doing?
Each one opens a sheet built from the owner reports of that problem on the 2017 model year.
Is the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia reliable?
The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia has 102 owner complaints on file with NHTSA, below the median of 178 for 2017 sedans on this site. Of the 4 Giulia model years since 2017, it has the most complaints. Complaint counts rise with sales as well as faults, so read what owners report below before deciding.
At a glance
- Next to the 2018
- At 10 complaints for each year on the road, the 2017 runs close to the 2018 (10). That's the only adjacent model year with enough complaints to set beside it.
- Top problem
- Two problems run close. Stalling has 31 complaints and fuel pump has 26, out of 102 in all. Too few of the stalling reports give a mileage to say when it starts.
- Crash, fire and injury reports
- 7 of the 102 complaints (7%) report a crash, a fire or an injury, about the 6% typical of vehicles on this site. Counted separately (one report can carry more than one), 7 reports mention a crash and 2 people were hurt. The most crash reports, 4 of 7, fall under brake wear.
- Recalls behind the top problems
- Each of stalling and fuel pump has a recall on the same system: stalling, 18V-828; fuel pump, 25V-586. A recall on the same system doesn't always cover the failure owners describe, so compare its summary with the complaints.
- When owners filed
- Complaints are still climbing. 2025 brought 18, the most of any year so far. So far in 2026, 24 more have come in.
When each problem shows up
Each bar covers the middle half of the mileages owners reported for that problem. A quarter saw it earlier, a quarter later. The tick is the median. Most reported: engine stalls or loses power while driving, 31 complaints.
middle half of reports, median tick. The heavier grey bars have 75 or more reports.
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How this compares
102 complaints is 2.6 times fewer than the median 2017 model on this site and 1.7 times fewer than the median 2017 sedan. Among the 1 Giulia model years here it ranks 1st for complaints. Counts follow sales volume as much as reliability, so a truck that sells 700,000 a year draws more reports than a sedan that sells 200,000.
Service bulletins for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia
Alfa Romeo filed 173 bulletins and other notices with NHTSA that list the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 17 of them deal with a problem owners have reported on this car. Newest first.
Federal rules make a manufacturer send NHTSA a copy of any notice about a defect that goes to more than one dealer or owner. Most of these are service bulletins, the repair instructions manufacturers send to dealers. NHTSA generally leaves safety recall bulletins out of this file, and recalls are listed separately.
Check engine light or misfire 7 bulletins · 17 complaints
wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
Check engine lamp/Mil lamp-on. Engine misfires.
5 more on this problem
(Rev. A) Check Engine Lamp Is On, Intermittent Module CAN Private Or LIN BUS Codes
Check engine lamp on. Fault code P0244- TURBOCHARGER/SUPERCHARGER WASTEGATE SOLENOID "A" RANGE/PERFORMANCE is set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM a.k.a. ECM) after the turbocharger assembly has been replaced.
Issue includes a fault code(s) set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) for P0299, P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, and/or P0304 after performing the PCM software update process for Customer Satisfaction Notification (CSN) W05.
P00C0-00 Turbocharger-Supercharger Bypass Valve 2 Control Circuit This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary replacing the connector for the left turbocharger bypass valve and installing a protective cover.
Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached.
Brakes grind, pulse or wear early 3 bulletins · 6 complaints
Front Brake Pulsation and/or Clunk Noise
Flash: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module Diagnostic and System Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the ABS module with the latest available software. Customers may experience one or more of the following:Improved brake pedal feel.
1 more on this problem
A/C Pressure Transducer A/C inoperative and diagnosis leads to pressure transducer. Call Steve Rice at cell (248) 867-0061 before replacing the pressure transducer. If no response in 15 minutes, please proceed with repair.
Battery dies or the car will not start 7 bulletins · 5 complaints
Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
Battery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination Or Extended Operation After Key Off
5 more on this problem
No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message
No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
Issue includes a fault code set in the powertrain control module (PCM ) for U04B1-00-Invalid Data Received From Battery Monitor Module after flashing PCM for Customer Satisfaction Notification (CSN) W05.
RA2 Radio 5" Uconnect Before replacing this radio, make sure you can reproduce the customer issue. If the radio is locked up, has a blank screen, or no sound, please perform a vehicle battery reset.
Complaints filed by year
24 complaints came in 2026. Owners file in waves when a problem gets press or an investigation, so a spike measures attention as much as failures.
NHTSA investigations
Low pressure fuel pump assembly failure. Closed sep 26, 2025, led to recall 25E-069.
NHTSA summary
Recalls that include the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia
Whether your car is included depends on its VIN. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
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."
Risk and remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
All 7 recalls on the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia, with the owner complaints on each recalled system
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Questions
What is the most common problem on the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
Stalling, with 31 of the 102 complaints.
At what mileage do 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia problems start?
Of the 29 complaints that give a mileage, a quarter came by about 3,000 miles and half by about 13,000.
Is the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia better or worse than the 2018?
Counted per year on the road, the 2017 has about as many complaints as the 2018: 10 a year against 10.
How many 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia complaints involve a crash, fire or injury?
7 of them (7%). The typical vehicle on this site is at 6%.
Is there a recall for stalling on the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
Yes, NHTSA lists a recall on the same system: 18V-828. Its summary says which failure it covers, and that isn't always the one owners describe.