2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Reliability
The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia has 65 owner complaints and 7 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and fuel / propulsion system. Compared with nearby Giulia model years (2017–2019), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the Giulia's typical year.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
65
NHTSA owner complaints
7
Recall campaigns
7
Complaints citing a crash
0
Complaints citing a fire
2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 model year, filed between 2017 and 2025. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 27 | 42% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 24 | 37% |
| Engine | 23 | 35% |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 12% |
| Service brakes | 6 | 9% |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 9% |
| Stability control | 5 | 8% |
| Speed control / throttle | 4 | 6% |
2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia recalls
7 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2017 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V636000 | Sep 14, 2018 | Electrical system — wiring | 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… |
| 18V828000 | Nov 26, 2018 | Engine & cooling — exhaust system | 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. |
| 19V148000 | Mar 1, 2019 | Forward collision avoidance — adaptive cruise control | 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… |
| 23V382000 | May 30, 2023 | Service brakes | 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… |
| 24V512000 | Jul 3, 2024 | Equipment — other / labels | 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… |
| 24V510000 | Jul 3, 2024 | Air bags — frontal | 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… |
| 25V586000 | Sep 9, 2025 | Fuel system — delivery / fuel pump | 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. |
How the 2017 compares with nearby Giulia years
Verdicts compare these Giulia model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 (this page) | 65 | 7 | Electrical system | Caution |
| 2018 | 89 | 9 | Fuel / propulsion system | Avoid |
| 2019 | 46 | 7 | Fuel / propulsion system | Caution |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Fuel system: smell for fuel around the car, watch for hesitation or stalling, and check for a lit check-engine light.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Brakes: check pedal feel, pulling and grinding, and look at rotor and pad wear; ask when the brake fluid was last changed.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 7 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia reliability FAQ
Is the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia reliable?
The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia has 65 owner complaints and 7 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and fuel / propulsion system. Compared with nearby Giulia model years (2017–2019), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the Giulia's typical year.
What are the most common 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia are electrical system (27), fuel / propulsion system (24), engine (23), unknown or other (8). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia have recalls?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia, including 18V636000 (electrical system — wiring) and 18V828000 (engine & cooling — exhaust system). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia compare with the 2016 and 2018 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2018 has 89 complaints and 9 recalls (avoid). The 2017 has 65 complaints and 7 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2017 Giulia, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.