The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V635000·Announced 2018-09-14

Alfa Romeo Stelvio Recall: Engine Cooling Hose Defect

Chrysler is recalling 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio vehicles because an engine cooling hose may leak coolant, causing overheating and stalling.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (cooling system) that can cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the engine cooling hose, which may have inadequate webbing material. This defect allows for a coolant leak.

A loss of coolant can cause the engine to overheat and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on October 10, 2018.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant hose free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ALFA ROMEO STELVIO
Brand
ALFA ROMEO
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Engine Cooling System
Hazard
Affected units
674

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • STELVIO

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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