2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia.

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Complaints
148
Crashes
17
Fires
0
Injuries
6
Fatalities
Recalls
7

Worst 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#134 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:10,873 mi
Crash-related:3
#231 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:12,831 mi
Crash-related:4
#330 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:12,060 mi
Crash-related:3
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia.

Fuel System
34
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
10,873
Electrical Faults
31
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
12,831
Engine Problems
30
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
12,060
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
7,500
Electronic Stability Control
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
15,054
Headlight/Taillight Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Throttle
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia

7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~460,340 vehicles.

25V586000Fuel Pump
~53,849 affected

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.

24V512000Equipment:other:labels
~9,037 affected

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."

24V510000Seat Belts:front · Air Bags:frontal
~337,128 affected

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.

23V382000Hydraulic Brakes
~719 affected

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.

19V148000Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~19,114 affected

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.

18V828000Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:hydraulic:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~6,136 affected

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.

18V636000Electrical System:wiring · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
~34,357 affected

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.

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2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia has 148 NHTSA complaints, 17 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Fuel System with 34 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
Top reported problems: Fuel System (34 complaints, avg 10,873 mi); Electrical Faults (31 complaints, avg 12,831 mi); Engine Problems (30 complaints, avg 12,060 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 11,788 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia include 17 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia have any recalls?
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 460,340 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Alfa Romeo Giulia reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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