This page covers 7 recalls, 14 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
19–25 mpg combined
9.4–12.4 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
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.
Complaints for the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio center on engine and fuel system behavior, with sudden power loss being the most consistent theme across multiple reports. Owners describe the vehicle cutting out unexpectedly while driving at highway and surface-street speeds, triggering warning lights including messages related to electronic throttle control. In several cases owners report being unable to accelerate and having to coast to a shoulder. A handful of reports also mention an intermittent jerking sensation accompanied by abnormal sounds, diagnosed at the dealer as a fuel system issue. A recurring electrical complaint involves a faulty ground strap repeatedly draining the battery, with one owner reporting four battery replacements within two years. Lane departure complaints round out the picture, though at lower volume. A single report describes a broken gear shifter button that left the vehicle unable to shift out of park.
14
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
By System
The 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio has 7 recalls, the most serious being a cracked fuel line sensor housing that can leak fuel, stall the engine, and create a fire risk near any ignition source.
Two brake recalls affect all trims: the brake pedal can detach from the brake booster, causing a complete loss of braking, and a component inside the anti-lock brake system can separate under hard braking, reducing braking assist and disabling ABS. On vehicles equipped with the optional carbon ceramic brake package, the rear rotors can fracture during certain driving maneuvers, extending stopping distances. A front seatbelt buckle sensor may be improperly connected, which can prevent the front airbag from deploying in a crash. There is also a rearview camera issue where a circuit board or software defect can cause the camera image to fail to display correctly when reversing, reducing visibility behind the vehicle.
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.
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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 →
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 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 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
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
On some vehicles with carbon ceramic brake discs, the rear brake discs may fracture, which reduces braking performance.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rear brake discs. You'll receive a notification letter with instructions to schedule an appointment.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
