repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 Alfa Romeo GiuliaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 18 owner complaints about the 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 9 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-943 the manufacturer reports only 56% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 21, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia has problems
18 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Electrical system
4Engine
4Fuel/propulsion system
3Service brakes
2Forward collision avoidance
2Vehicle speed control
2Wheels
1Power train
1Visibility/wiper
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
Risk. Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Air bags: frontal
Risk. A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. Incorrect tire information can result in under-inflated tires or installing the incorrect-size tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2025 Q2
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. An unexpected decrease in brake performance increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Tires
Risk. The incorrect tires can result in the operator overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. The loss of braking assistance and ABS functionality can reduce overall braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Foundation components: disc
Risk. A rear brake disc fracture may result in a reduction of braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Alfa Romeo.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other Giulia year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Giulia median. How we score
'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Giulia owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Let me start by stating that this incident is just one of many occurrences that has happened to me with this vehicle. I was driving down a straight highway that was pretty heavily congested with traffic of other vehicles, when all of a sudden I felt a loss of power with the vehicle and some error…
Driving and stopped at a traffic light, car engin stopped then when I tried to start the engin burning smell and smoke came from under the hood. Took the car to the dealership and they advised me that the starter had been completely burned out but yet they don't know why or how. This incident had…
Around January 30, 2023 (need to verify the exact date). My vehicle went on limp mode, the engine light went on plus an additional warning light. I was driving on highway 99 when my car started to stall. It felt like the car put itself in neutral mode. It was frightening as it happens randomly &…
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