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At a glance
What can fail
The radio may have a manufacturing defect or software issue, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying correctly or at all.
This page covers 12 recalls, 17 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
20–27 mpg combined
8.7–11.8 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
Electrical system complaints lead the 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia owner reports, with drivers describing a range of issues including no-start conditions requiring multiple ignition attempts, warning lights, and ABS-related faults that also trigger the check engine light. A handful of engine complaints describe the car dropping into limp mode unexpectedly, with fuel pressure codes coming up. Forward collision avoidance generates a small cluster of reports as well, though the volume is low. One recurring mechanical note across a couple of reports is a persistent drivetrain humming or whining at highway speeds, described as ongoing even after dealership repairs. Brake complaints, while limited in number, describe sticking and in at least one case complete brake lockup during driving.
17
Total Complaints
By System
The 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia has 12 recalls, the most serious involving brakes that can fail entirely: the brake pedal can detach from the booster, rear brake discs can fracture during driving, and a fuel line sensor housing can crack and leak fuel, raising the risk of a stall or fire.
On the braking side, hard braking can cause a component inside the anti-lock brake system to separate, reducing braking assist and disabling ABS. Vehicles equipped with carbon ceramic brake rotors have a separate concern where excessive clamping force during certain maneuvers can fracture the rotor and reduce stopping power. A front seatbelt buckle sensor may also be improperly connected, preventing the front airbag from deploying in a crash.
Tire and visibility issues round out the list. Certain vehicles may have been built with tires carrying a lower load rating than intended, which can lead to poor handling or tire failure if the vehicle is loaded to its weight limit, and some tire placards carry incorrect pressure and size information. On the visibility side, a defect in the rearview camera's circuit board or software can cause the camera image to display incorrectly or not at all when reversing.
At a glance
What can fail
The radio may have a manufacturing defect or software issue, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying correctly or at all.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
What the fix does
A dealership will inspect and replace the radio if needed, and update the radio software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera's circuit board and software may have defects that prevent the camera image from displaying correctly on the screen.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the radio as needed, and update the rearview camera software as needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fastener connecting the brake pedal to the brake booster may have been improperly assembled, allowing the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the brake booster connection and repair it as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, which can prevent the front seat air bag from deploying in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will repair the sensor connection at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The tire pressure and size information printed on the tire placard and manufacturer labels are incorrect, which means owners may have wrong tire specifications.
What the fix does
FCA will mail corrected tire placards and overlay labels. Owners can take these to a dealer for free installation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The brake system may apply too much force during certain driving moves, which can crack the carbon ceramic rotors and reduce braking ability.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the brake system module software at no cost to restore proper brake function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel, which can cause the engine to stall while driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fuel line sensor housing build code and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel line sensor housing can crack, potentially causing fuel leaks.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fuel line sensor housing and replace it if needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Your vehicle may have tires with an incorrect load rating. If loaded to the vehicle's maximum weight capacity, these tires could become overloaded, causing poor handling or tire failure.
What the fix does
FCA Canada will mail you instructions to visit a dealer, who will replace the tires and update your owner's manual with correct tire load ratings.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Some tires on these vehicles have a lower load rating than the vehicle requires, which means they cannot safely carry the intended weight.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the tires and update your owner's manual with the correct load rating at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Hard braking can cause the ABS hydraulic control unit's rotor shaft to separate, reducing braking assist and disabling ABS.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the ABS hydraulic control unit at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear brake discs can crack or break while driving, potentially affecting braking performance.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both the rear brake discs and pads at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
