2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Reliability
The 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio has 36 owner complaints and 8 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about engine and fuel system. Compared with nearby Stelvio model years (2018–2021), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Stelvio's typical year, while the 2018 drew 135 complaints.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
36
NHTSA owner complaints
8
Recall campaigns
2
Complaints citing a crash
1
Complaints citing a fire
2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 model year, filed between 2019 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 36% |
| Fuel system | 12 | 33% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 8 | 22% |
| Electrical system | 8 | 22% |
| Service brakes | 5 | 14% |
| Speed control / throttle | 3 | 8% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 8% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 1 | 3% |
2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio recalls
8 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2019 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V635000 | Sep 14, 2018 | Engine & cooling — cooling system / hoses/lines/piping/fittings | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio vehicles. The engine cooling hose may have inadequate webbing material allowing a coolant leak. |
| 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… |
| 19V551000 | Jul 25, 2019 | Electrical system — instrument cluster/panel | 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. |
| 21V309000 | May 4, 2021 | Service brakes | 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… |
| 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… |
| 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… |
| 24V943000 | Dec 19, 2024 | Service brakes — pedals and linkages | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal… |
| 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 2019 compares with nearby Stelvio years
Verdicts compare these Stelvio model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 135 | 11 | Electrical system | Avoid |
| 2019 (this page) | 36 | 8 | Engine | Solid |
| 2020 | 7 | 6 | Powertrain / transmission | Too few reports |
| 2021 | 4 | 6 | Unknown or other | Too few reports |
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 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Fuel system: smell for fuel around the car, watch for hesitation or stalling, and check for a lit check-engine light.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- 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 8 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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2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio reliability FAQ
Is the 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio reliable?
The 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio has 36 owner complaints and 8 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about engine and fuel system. Compared with nearby Stelvio model years (2018–2021), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Stelvio's typical year, while the 2018 drew 135 complaints.
What are the most common 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio are engine (13), fuel system (12), fuel / propulsion system (8), electrical system (8). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio have recalls?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, including 18V635000 (engine & cooling — cooling system / hoses/lines/piping/fittings) and 19V148000 (forward collision avoidance — adaptive cruise control). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio compare with the 2018 and 2020 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2018 has 135 complaints and 11 recalls (avoid); the 2020 has 7 complaints and 6 recalls (too few reports). The 2019 has 36 complaints and 8 recalls.
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2019 Stelvio, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.