ALFA ROMEO GIULIA 2018: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V636000
Make | Model | Year |
---|---|---|
ALFA ROMEO | GIULIA | 2018 |
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: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 34357
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
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.
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.
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.