2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel System, Gasoline (2) · Engine (1) · Electrical System (1)
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Safety recalls (6)
Back Over Prevention:display Function 2025-10-07 · campaign 25V667000 · 62,910 vehicles
Defect: 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is A2C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
Air Bags:frontal 2024-07-03 · campaign 24V510000 · 337,128 vehicles
Defect: 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: A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: 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.
Equipment:other:labels 2024-07-03 · campaign 24V512000 · 9,037 vehicles
Defect: 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: Incorrect tire information can result in under-inflated tires or installing the incorrect-size tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:pressure Sensor 2021-11-12 · campaign 21V878000 · 11,419 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: A fuel leak may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Fix: 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. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y91.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2021-05-04 · campaign 21V309000 · 9 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2020-2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles. Hard braking may cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) rotor shaft to separate, a reduction of braking assist, and a loss of ABS.
Risk: The loss of braking assistance and ABS functionality can reduce overall braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Air Bags:side/Window:curtain 2021-03-30 · campaign 21V221000 · 1,222 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. An improperly crimped clamp may allow the side curtain air bag cushion and inflator to separate, causing an incomplete deployment or preventing the deployment of the air bag.
Risk: An incomplete deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side air bag inflatable curtain assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 19, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y15.
Service bulletins (137)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Service Brakes 2026-10-16 · S1705000002 REV.B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
front brake pulsation and/or clunk noise
Electrical System 2026-09-10 · 22D Combo Rev1 · Warranty Program/Extension
emissions recall 22d - on board diagnostics - dealer notification (revision 1)
Electrical System 2026-09-02 · 22D Combo · Warranty Program/Extension
emissions recall 22d - on board diagnostics - dealer notification
Engine 2026-06-18 · 112842 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bolt - hex flange head
Structure:body 2026-06-05 · 2623000037 REV.A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
condensation or water infiltration in headlights, daytime running lights (drl), turn signals, fog lights, taillights. rev a
Structure:body 2026-05-28 · S2623000037 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
condensation or water infiltration in headlights, daytime running lights (drl), turn signals, fog lights, taillights.
Showing the 6 most recent of 137 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-05-20 · Engine“the engine oil cooling system failed on my 2021 alfa romeo stelvio 2.0t at approximately 45,000 miles. the failure caused engine oil to contaminate the engine coolant system, creating a brown/milky “milkshake” substance inside the coolant reservoir and throughout the cooling system. the dealership diagnosed the issue as an internal oil cooler/oil f…”
2025-10-28 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 69,000 mi“the contact owns a 2021 alfa romeo stelvio. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle occasionally stalled. the contact stated that the message “ throttle system service required” was displayed. the vehicle was taken to a local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the fuel pump and fuel pump module needed…”
2025-10-28 · Back Over Prevention“the contact owns a 2021 alfa romeo stelvio. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 25v667000 (back over prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the dealer was contacted. the contact stated tha…”
2025-03-17 · Unknown Or Other“coolant leaked into the air conduits, from the heater core, causing a midst and smoke of hazardous vapors be deployed into the cabin. current odometer reading is 60,289.…”
2023-12-01 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 32,500 mi“the contact owns a 2021 alfa romeo stelvio. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 35–45 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. the “do not drive” message was displayed. the contact called an independent mechanic and was referred to the dealer. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was determined that the eng…”
2023-07-28 · Electrical System“the battery shuts off the main screen making it difficult to navigate. the battery doesn't get charged adequately and that affects the electronic displays. this flaw could affect gps, navigation as well as other essential electronic components.…”
2021-10-26 · Unknown Or Other“as i am merging onto the highway during high traffic, i hear what sounded like a shotgun/explosion. i immediately swerve to the side of the highway, scared, alarmed, and in fear of causing a major accident. as i inspected the car, i noticed no damage to the body but only to find my sunroof glass was shattered. according to the experts, they stated …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.