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.
2021 Alfa Romeo GiuliaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-667 the manufacturer reports only 58% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 22, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia has problems
9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel system, gasoline
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Power train
1Air bags
1Visibility/wiper
1Back over prevention1 crash/fire/injury
1Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2021 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
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.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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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 Q2
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. The loss of braking assistance and ABS functionality can reduce overall 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
2021 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.
In Feb 2025, I was involved in an accident where a driver damaged my driver's side door. I brought my car to the Fix Auto Downtown LA location for repairs. Cosmetically the door was repaired, but over the next year my latch would temporarily lock, preventing access and requiring me to enter through…
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