ALFA ROMEO GIULIA 2017: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V636000

Make Model Year
ALFA ROMEO GIULIA 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-10-10 2018-09-14 2018-09-21

Production Dates: 2016-09-02 - 2018-09-04

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: UA4

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 34357

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

Heat damage to the engine compartment wiring or components can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles for diagnostic codes, and update the engine control module software, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-844-253-2872. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA4.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.