Alfa romeo Giulia 2018 problems
Alfa Romeo Giulia (Italian pronunciation: ) is the name of three not directly related models by the Italian car manufacturer Alfa Romeo. The first is a line of sporty four-door compact executive cars (Type 105) produced from 1962 to 1978, the second is an updated, mainly up-engined Spider, Sprint and Sprint Speciale Giuliettas, and the third Giulia is a compact executive car (type 952) unveiled in 2015.
Alfa Romeo was one of the first mainstream manufacturers to put a powerful engine in a light-weight 1 tonne (2,205 lb) four-door car for mass production. The Type 105 Giulia was equipped with a light alloy twin overhead camshaft four-cylinder engine similar to that of the earlier Giulietta (750/101) range, available in 1.3-litre (1,290 cc) and 1.6-litre (1,570 cc) versions. Various configurations of carburetors and tuning produced power outputs from about 80 to about 110 bhp (55 to 75 kW), coupled in most cases to 5-speed manual transmission.
Giulia sedans were noted for lively handling and impressive acceleration among small European four-door sedans of their era, especially considering modest engine sizes offered. The popular Super version with the twin carburettor 1.6 litre engine had a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph) and accelerated from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in about 12 seconds, better than many sports cars of the late 1960s and early 1970s. When leaving the factory all variations of the Giulia originally fitted either Pirelli Cinturato 165HR14 or 155HR15 tyres (CA67).
The styling of the boxy four-door notchback saloon was somewhat wanting. The engine bay, cabin and boot were all square shaped, buffered somewhat by details on the grill, roofline, bonnet and boot. Use of a wind tunnel during development led to a very aerodynamic shape that produced a drag coefficient of Cd=0.34, particularly low for a saloon of the era.
The Giulia Spider was succeeded by the Alfa Romeo Spider (105/115) in 1966.
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Common Alfa romeo Giulia 2018 problems
The 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia has been plagued by several common problems, primarily related to the electrical system, service brakes, and powertrain issues.
- Electrical System Issues: A significant number of owners have reported electrical problems with the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia. These issues include the car shutting off without warning and not restarting, warning lights coming on without any mechanical failures, battery draining, failures of the stop-start system, and corroded or leaking batteries. These problems can be frustrating for owners, as they often occur without warning and can lead to unexpected breakdowns.
- Service Brake Problems: The 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia has also received numerous complaints about the service brakes. Both the rear brake warning sensor and rear brake rotors have failed, and upon further inspection, it was discovered that the front brake rotors had also failed. This is a significant safety concern, as brake failures can lead to accidents and injuries.
- Powertrain Issues: The 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia has also had problems with the powertrain, with several owners reporting issues with the engine misfiring. This issue affected the 2.0-liter turbocharged models and could lead to bigger failures if left unchecked. Misfires could cause the catalytic converter to overheat and could damage engine wiring and cause additional electrical faults.
- Fuel Leaks: In 2020 and 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia models, there was a common problem with fuel leaks due to a crack in the fuel line sensor housing. This would allow fuel to leak from the fuel lines, increasing the risk of fire.
- Contaminated and Leaking Brake Fluid: 2017 and 2018 Giulia models frequently reported contaminated and leaking brake fluid. This is a significant safety concern, as brake fluid is essential for the proper functioning of the brakes.
- Inability to Disable Adaptive Cruise Control: Giulias from 2017 to 2019 had a common issue with the fuel gauge, resulting in higher readings which stranded several owners. Additionally, there was a problem with the brake module software that made it impossible to disable the adaptive cruise control system.
These common problems have earned the Alfa Romeo Giulia a reputation for being unreliable, with a J.D. Power reliability score of 74 out of 100, putting it in the average range. While the car is a joy to drive and has a striking design, its reliability issues make it a tough commitment for many buyers. Proper maintenance is essential to ensure the car remains in good working order, but the high number of recalls and issues reported by owners is a cause for concern.
What is the common problem with the Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The most common issue with Giulia are battery related - most if not all early glitches have been addressed with software updates. There has not been one single solitary mechanical fault that is inherent in all Giulia.
Is an Alfa Romeo Giulia reliable?
Is the Alfa Romeo Giulia a reliable car? Not especially. The Giulia finished 18th out of 19th executive cars rated in our 2022 What Car? Reliability Survey.
Is Alfa Romeo expensive to maintain?
Alfa Romeo Repair: Service and Maintenance Cost. The annual maintenance cost of an Alfa Romeo is $834.
What is the lifespan of an Alfa Romeo Giulia?
How long do Alfa Romeo Giulias last? On average, a Giulia will last around 200,000 miles, depending on the care put into it. With proper maintenance, the machine will last at least a decade, if not more, under careful ownership. If you put effort into your machine, it will pay you back for years and years to come.
Alfa romeo Giulia 2018 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Alfa romeo Giulia problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Service brakes problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Alfa romeo Giulia 2018 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints Alfa romeo Giulia 2018
The NHTSA has received 58 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Alfa romeo Giulia 2018. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Alfa romeo Giulia 2018 vehicles.
2024-10-22
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-30
- VIN: ZARFAEEN7J7
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: My fuel pump has been failing multiple times over the last 4 months. It has left me stranded in the middle of intersections, freeways, and highways on multiple occasions that has cause back up traffic and areas of the road completely closed until I can move my car. I have had this car diagnosed twice with a certified mechanic shop and a master tech with these issues and it is confirmed both times that I need a new fuel pump. When contacted Alfa Romeo/ Mike Ward dealership for review, diagnostic scans, and part replacement they told me it could be a couple of weeks until my car can even be looked at. Both my shop and the dealership have told me that this part is on back order with no ETA and no possible way of getting that part so my car can be functional. These issues first appeared when I would accelerate from a complete stop and it would take a few seconds for my car to begin moving. This slowly progressed into my check engine light, auto start/ stop error light, electric throttle error light, and front crash detection light have all turned on and remained on for about 2 months until the car began dying in the middle of the street. This had come to be so servers that the car is now no longer drivable and each time it is driven it dies within a few minutes of driving.Again since there is no ETA there is no way for me to fix my car, this is my only mode of transportation and it has left me ain multiple dangerous situations and now with no transportation now that Alfa Romeo is refusing to make the parts needed for repair.
2024-10-04
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-11
- VIN: ZARFAEEN2J7
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the failure had occurred twice. In addition, the contact stated that the failure occurred while driving on the highway. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a fuel pump failure. The contact was informed that the fuel pump and the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 29,000.
2024-09-25
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-24
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: ZARFAECNXJ7
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I was in an accident with another vehicle where my car rear ended theirs. It a pretty bad damage because my car is totaled. The seatbelt never locked and my airbag never deployed, causing me to go headfirst into my wheel and followed my chest. I was escorted to the hospital due to those injures. I was never notified of a recall from either dealership, which they have failed me because there was nothing there to support my body. There were no warning signs or anything of that sort to let me know there was an issue. I never heard anything from Alfa Romeo or Reed Nissan after they did an inspection on my vehicle. I am highly disappointed and suffering from traumatic pain and injury from this.
2024-09-19
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-05
- VIN: ZARFAEAVXJ7
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled and failed to immediately restart. The vehicle was eventually restarted; however, while driving approximately 50 MPH on a freeway, the vehicle stalled again. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The contact was informed of the NHTSA Action Number: PE24003 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 19,200.
2024-08-16
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-02
- VIN: ZARFAEBN6J7
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: After a 3 hour drive I had parked curb-side on a busy street to go into a store. I returned within 10 minutes, started the car, and as I was pulling out into traffic the car stalled after moving about 20 feet. All the dash lights came on and it would crank but not start. The car is in the right lane of a busy 3 lane road at this time. Also, after it stopped rolling it put itself in PARK, and because it has electronic transmission selection, I could not get it into Neutral to push it out of the way without the engine running. . The situation was very perilous. A wrecker came and got the car home. Once home I pulled the OBD codes myself and found P0087 Low Fuel Pressure and P008A also Low Fuel Pressure. After researching I have found that this is a known defect in these cars going on several years now. What is the delay in requiring Alfa to issue a recall of these faulty fuel pumps and fuel modules? Had this pump failure happened on an interstate at highway speeds it could have been fatal.
2024-08-13
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-03
- VIN: ZARFAEEN1J7
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: While in drive at speed the car would stall and all warning lights would indicate errors such as service engine, auto stop start fault, electronic throttle control, among others. The car could not be put into neutral, and would not restart for several minutes ( 30 minutes). This problem had occured previously (three times before).
2024-08-12
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-12
- VIN: ZARFAECN3J7
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: On July 2, vehicle would not start. When pressing start button it continuously would try to crank but would not start. Check engine light, auto start on/off light, and ETC light came on. After 30-40 minute wait time, car started. Called dealer the following day but after multiple starts the lights/codes on dash went away. Dealer had no way to read the codes. On August 12, car started with the aforementioned lights turned on but after placing car in reverse and backing up some 10 feet it turned off. Car could not start again displaying the same symptoms as on July 2. This happened in a busy Costco parking lot blocking people from being able to get out of their parking spaces. No way to place car into Neutral to push out of way of traffic. After about 20 minutes or so, it managed to start. Drove to local Autozone to get codes read. P0087, P008A codes relate to low fuel pressure Next stop is dealership and hoping the lights do not turn off before dealer can look at. Both times this happened the car went on longer distance trips in hot weather in excess of 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
2024-08-06
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- VIN: ZARFAEEN8J7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the horn was inoperable and there was no audible sound while depressed. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the horn failure was caused by an air bag clock spring failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet contacted regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000.
2024-07-17
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-03
- VIN: ZARFAEEN7J7
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: While driving at approximately 45mph, the car was suddenly dropped into "limp mode" which caused a rapid deceleration, loss of power, and required pulling onto the shoulder as the car refused to accelerate. In addition, the check engine light illuminated, along with warnings that the start / stop system was unavailable and to service the electronic throttle. Restarting the car did not fix the condition. It's also important to note the car had approximately half a tank of gas. When serviced, the technicians reported that the P008A and P062A were present, indicating an issue with the fuel pump. The fuel pump was replaced (see attached files).
2024-07-12
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-14
- VIN: ZARFAEAV5J7
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The fuel pump failed while driving the vehicle resulting in the car suddenly stopping while on a busy highway. We were nearly read-ended. After attempting to start the vehicle several times and witnessing several service lights go off, I called the police to have my vehicle towed and taken to the dealership. Their service department fixed the fuel pump, but charged me for the expense even though I've heard from others that this is a known issue (see [XXX] ), once resulting in an accident. I believe this should be a required recall item as it could have caused a serious accident. I would have expected this to be covered by the manufacturer. Contacted their customer care department led to an unacceptable result. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-06-30
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-30
- VIN: ZARFAEAV4J7
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: While driving on the highway for about two hours, the engine lost power and went into neutral. The engine light and "Service Electronic Throttle Control" came on. The car stalled with vehicles behind me. I got to the shoulder and tried to restart the car. It would try to crank, but the engine would not start. I used a code reader and found codes related to engine misfires and low pressure fuel system (P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P008A, P0087).
2024-06-26
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-22
- VIN: ZARFAEBN9J7
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I was driving home from Sacramento back to the bay. I pulled off the freeway to a stop light. started to drive across the intersection and the car just turned off. no warning or anything. lost all power and the dash lit up with alerts. Barely had enough speed to pull over to the Toyota dealership driveway. Car wouldn't start and it didn't sound good when it died. Best part is there is no way to put the car in neutral if it doesn't start(without a special tool and the ability to get under the car). Had it towed over the Altamont to my parents. Got there and the thing started (with a bunch of warning lights) and had it just enough to get it off the truck. Brought it to my friends dad around the corner who was able to diagnose it down to a faulty fuel pump with all his equipment and code readers. He replaced the pump and now it works fine. Seeing there's rumors of a recall against Alfa Romeo for these fuel pumps I wanted to document it. It could have been much worse if I was going freeway speeds and the car just shut off like it did. There was 0 warning or signs. Attached the price of the replacement Pump and O-Ring. Doesn't show labor costs to my friends dad.
2024-06-26
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-20
- VIN: ZARFAEAV0J7
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The Car stalled while I was driving on [XXX] on the Virginia Eastern Shore, ~4 miles north of Eastville. I had to pull into the emergency stopping line and call AAA/State Police. Check engine light was on and "Service electronic throttle control" message was on. When that happened, the car fuel gauge indicated that I still had ~60 miles. I had to call AAA and place the car on a flat bed. I also called the Virginia State police and they dispatched a car. The Officer staid with me until the AAA tow truck arrived and the car was loaded for transportation. I was able to start the car the following day, and check the fault codes. I had the following Fault codes: P008A Low pressure Fuel System - Pressure too Low. P007 - Fuel Rail/System pressure Too lox Bank 1 P00C6 - Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low - Engine Cranking Bank1. The car seems to be running normally now, although I have not driven it for a long distance. I am planning to take it to the dealer for service on a flat bed. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-04-03
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-11
- VIN: ZARFAEEN1J7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I was driving on a very busy tollhighway and my gas gauge showed 3/4 of a tank left.all of a sudden while driving at 70 mph ,the car began to stall rapidly and the engine shut down.i was stuck in the far right lane of the highway which was I think 5 lanes.i couldn't roll or budge the car and had to pay for a flatbed haul to my apartment where a mechanic confirmed it was out of fuel.its happened again 3 weeks later at a 5 way intersection heavy congested on a Saturday which again caused me to pay a flatbed haul home.this is the same problem described in the recall that apparently my car isn't a part of.it cost me over 550.00 dollars and alot of stress to have it towed and it has less than 45,000 miles.also my sunroof is stuck half open half closed.it worked 2 times and then it stopped working leaving me to have a bad glare at certain times of the day from the direct sunlight.ive tried having dealership fix it but they claimed they had no time and I needed to schedule another visit.ughhh
2024-03-04
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-04
- VIN: ZARFAECN0J7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Service Engine" and "Service Electronic Throttle" lights came on. The car/engine started shaking/stuttering pretty violently, so I quickly turned off the car. I waited about 2 minutes and started the car again, and same thing. I waited another 10-15 minutes to start the car again. This time, the car started fine without "Service Electronic Throttle" light, but "Service Engine" light was still on and the drive mode was stuck on N
2024-02-27
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-27
- VIN: ZARFAEEN6J7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The implementation of Intelligent Battery System (IBS) in the vehicle causes a constant state of undercharged battery even when the vehicle is driven daily. Due to undercharged battery, several safety components, such as heated exterior mirrors and rear window defroster do not work, which creates a safety issue. This is a widely reported problem by owners on Alfa Romeo forums. No warning lamps or messages illuminate to alert that the battery charge status is not adequate. I have recently experienced this issue, my rear window defroster stopped working and I wasn't able to see through the rear window. Recharging the battery will make the window defroster work for a while again.
2024-02-20
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-18
- VIN: ZARFAEEN8J7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I have now learned the hard way that there is a design defect with this car. It appears that water runs down the front cowl into an area near the fresh air intake. Particularly bad if you have the car running as it goes through a car wash, or if snow accumulates on the windshield and melts. Water is then sucked into the air intake and leaks into the passenger side footwell and gets into the electronics (including the area where the body control module is kept). Many owners have reported this issue on forums. Alfa Romeo needs to correct their design and should fix every Giulia that they have produced. Loss of electrical power or control of car can cause an accident or impact safety features.
2024-01-16
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-15
- VIN: ZARFAEAV1J7
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: While driving on highway the Check Engine light illuminated along with a Service Electronic Throttle warning. Soon after engine died and the vehicle coasted to the side of the road. I was unable to restart. After tow to dealer vehicle would not start, awaiting dealer diagnosis. No safety issues were encountered with this incident.
2024-01-12
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-31
- VIN: ZARFAEBN6J7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: When driving on a road, with speeds around 30mph, the car was failing to accelerate. The car had a warning "service electric throttle control". The car proceeded to have engine failure and stall at lower speeds when coming to a stop sign & when coming to a red light. This was a safety hazard, car turned off and was put in neutral when it should have stayed in drive. Other cars present on the road around, car could not accelerate in a busy intersection and was stalling in traffic.
2024-01-11
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-09
- VIN: ZARFAEAV6J7
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The Electronic Throttle control and check engine lights came on suddenly, and then the car lost power. It would not turn off or turn on. The gear shifter did not work. It just stalled. Could not engage or disengage emergency brake. Steering wheel locked. I got it towed to Alfa Romeo of Glendale and they told me the fault was with a faulty fuel pressure sensor, which they replaced, telling me if the error recurred they would need to replace the fuel tank. The safety of everyone was put at risk because the car abruptly lost power and could not be moved off the road.
2024-01-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-01
- VIN: ZARFAECNXJ7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Fuel pump seems to go out intermittently. I get the electronic throttle control warning light and auto start not available warning light and then the car cannot be turned back on. After towing it home and letting it sit for a couple of days it will start again. It shut down once on a highway entrance ramp and I had to quickly pull over to avoid getting hit. Has occured 3 times since I bought it three years ago. A dealer did read the code for fuel pump. Could not reproduce at the service center. Car has not been inspected by manufacturer or police. Warning lights and messages do appear and the car does not accelerate properly and sometimes turns off.
2024-01-09
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-08
- VIN: ZARFAEBN8J7
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: When going over road bumps or hitting a pothole, the headlight adjusters pop out of alignment and is unable to be adjusted. This is the second headlight replacement for the same issue after my first pair of headlights were replaced under a tech service bulletin. The replacement lights which should have fixed the issue did not fix the issue and I know have a second pair of headlights that need to be replaced. This is a safety hazard as the lights point upward into oncoming traffic when the adjuster/clip breaks internally.
2023-11-27
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-27
- VIN: ZARFAEAV5J7
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Temporarily loas power steering (or so it seemed) during highway speed driving. The car steering wheel jerked in my hands and an ATV fault code illuminated on the dash. I managed to keep the car in control, but it required a lot of physical effort. I was decelerating when it happened (brakes were being applied).
2023-11-02
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-01
- VIN: ZARFAEBN6J7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Head Gasket blew/failed well before it should have. This caused oil to leak under the car and in the entire engine, creating a safety hazard and environmental hazards. Engine is subject to overheating. (Engine needs full replacement due to this faulty equipment).
2023-10-03
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-03
- VIN: ZARFAEDN9J7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was jumpstarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the battery was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that upon pressing the Start button, the instrument panel lights illuminated, but the vehicle failed to start. The contact then pressed the Off button to turn off the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to turn off until the battery was completely drained. The vehicle was jumpstarted and taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The battery was recharged. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start the following day. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The dealer informed the contact that the battery needed to be recharged. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.
Alfa romeo Giulia 2018 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 8 recalls for different components of the Alfa romeo Giulia 2018.
2024-07-03
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: 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. Some owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated November 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 81B.
2024-07-03
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: 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.
2023-05-30
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: An unexpected decrease in brake performance increases the risk of a crash.
- 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.
2019-07-25
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: The vehicle may be operated without enough fuel in the tank causing a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
2019-03-01
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: The driver's inability to deactivate the ACC can increase the risk of crash.
- 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.
2018-11-26
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: Brake fluid leaking onto the exhaust can increase the risk of a fire.
- 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.
2018-09-14
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: Heat damage to the engine compartment wiring or components can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
2017-12-20
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio vehicles. The braking system on these vehicles may have been filled with contaminated brake fluid, possibly damaging the system and affecting its performance.
- Consequence: A reduction in braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Alfa Romeo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the braking system, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2018. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service at 1-844-253-2872. Chrysler's number for this recall is T84.
Negative Alfa romeo Giulia 2018 car reviews
Positive Alfa romeo Giulia 2018 car reviews
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You've got a really nice design, a comfy interior, and it performs well on both the highway and curvy country roads. I've found that the GPS isn't great, so I use Apple instead.
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I was comparing the Giulia to an Audi A4. I have owned 3 A4s over the last 10 years and they have been practically trouble-free. The Giulia is a delight to drive and has more unique styling than most cars on the road. It handles very well and is exciting to drive. However, during my test drives of three different Giulias over two months, each had some glitch that the salesman said just needed a software update. I was surprised that any new car on the lot would need an update. Nevertheless, I would have given it a try if the dealer had been more aggressive on price. Ultimately, given the uncertain maintenance outlook, I decided not to pay a premium for the Giulia. My Audi dealer made a great deal to keep me loyal, so I ended up purchasing my 4th A4.
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I own a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio and I absolutely love it! It has been one of the best cars I have ever owned, and I have had zero trouble with anything on the car. I adore the performance, handling, braking, comfort and options. Alfa did an amazing job on this model. I have had many sports cars, but this car is miles ahead of them all, especially for the money. All it takes is one drive in this car and you too will be sold!
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I purchased a 2018 Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio and I must say, I am thoroughly impressed! Alfa really hit it out of the park with this one. The handling, braking, sound, acceleration, options, fit and finish are all amazing. It truly is the best value for your money. It delivers everything you would expect and more. I have not encountered any problems or issues so far. I have a feeling that the word will spread about how truly amazing this car is!
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Great car! It handles really well and the gas mileage is excellent, as long as you don't drive too fast all the time.
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More sources of information about Alfa romeo Giulia 2018 problems:
Common issues | Alfa Romeo Giulia Forum
https://www.giuliaforums.com/threads/common-issues.49812/
Jul 28, 2020 ... Electronic faults, which generally do not render the car inoperable are probably the most common problems by my reckoning, and I'd advise any ...
I am about to buy a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia ot has 11k miles. I need ...
https://www.reddit.com/r/AlfaRomeo/comments/te2spn/i_am_about_to_buy_a_2018_alfa_romeo_giulia_ot_has/
Mar 14, 2022 ... In the time I owned the car the battery was replaced (very common), the infotainment screen started to crack and peel (replaced under warranty), ...
Anyone Not Having Problems? | Alfa Romeo Giulia Forum
https://www.giuliaforums.com/threads/anyone-not-having-problems.34778/
Apr 4, 2018 ... VERY few and far between, probably the least common issue in fact. ... 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti Sport Misano Blue ... Alfa Romeo Giulia Issues And ...
Giulia problems : r/AlfaRomeo
https://www.reddit.com/r/AlfaRomeo/comments/a0nikz/giulia_problems/
Nov 27, 2018 ... And that leads to a lot of the issues people are having. A lot of the problems are due to Low Voltage. Like certain things such as the center ...
5 Common Problems with the Alfa Romeo Giulia
https://www.motorbiscuit.com/5-common-problems-alfa-romeo-giulia/
Feb 1, 2023 ... Alfa Romeo Giulia models from 2017 and 2018 were recalled due to an engine misfiring problem. This issue affected the 2.0-liter turbocharged ...
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Quinten Lind 2024-09-13
Because that's where you'll be spending most of your time, we want to make sure it's comfortable and safe for you. We've noticed that the brakes, trim, throttle controls, and engine may need some attention. We'll take care of it for you so you can enjoy your ride worry-free.
Ward Botsford 2024-08-29
Beautiful car! However, I found the rear seat to be a bit of a challenge. The opening to get your feet through is quite narrow and partially blocked by the front seat. It was a bit of a deal breaker for me, so I didn't even bother to test drive it.
Samson Swaniawski 2024-06-28
Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with Alfa Romeo Customer Care. Unfortunately, I've had some electrical issues with my car that have been ongoing. It's been frustrating, but I'm hopeful that we can work together to find a solution. Thank you for your time!
Damion Wilkinson 2024-06-25
After 6 months, the center screen on the dash went out. Unfortunately, it took 6 weeks to repair and I didn't receive a call from the corporation or dealer for 5 weeks. It was a frustrating experience. I eventually returned the car under the 'lemon law'. It's disappointing that Alpha didn't prioritize customer service in this situation.
Maxwell Barrows 2024-06-08
Coming from a person who owned 7 M-B in 15 years maybe I’m expecting too much from an auto manufacturer who services there vehicles at Dodge/Chrysler/Ram dealers, with that said I test drove the Giulia and love the handling and the way it drove and I still like the way it drives when I have the car since I owned it for 10 month and it has spend around a month broken for different things, now the car has a loud noise in the front suspension over some big bumps and while making hard left turns and 2 different dealerships can’t fix it, and to get a loaner it has to be first pre approved by FCA then Im stuck driving either Ford Escape or Dodge Caravan, I have a 50k+ Sport Sedan and get a Caravan every time it breaks and every time I get the car back still broken and first time with a dirty interior and my headliner with grease stains, then they scratched the front bumper and to make it worst they don’t fix it, so I HATE THIS ******* car. FCA you suck.