Recall 19V-148
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recalled the 2017 to 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 1 other model: Forward collision avoidance (adaptive cruise control); Service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V-148
- Reported
- March 1, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 19,114 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
The driver's inability to deactivate the ACC can increase the risk of crash.
The fix
Alfa Romeo has notified owners, and dealers will update the BSM software, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service 1-[removed]. The Alfa Romeo number for this recall is V27.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Alfa Romeo Giulia 2017 to 2019
- Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2018 to 2019