Recall number R/2018/124

Recall reference

R/2018/124

Recall Type

Car

Recall Date

2018-05-14

Reason for concern

SOME ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS MAY MALFUNCTION DUE TO WATER INFILTRATION

Reason for recall

On some Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles due to a potential nonconformity some electric-electronic components may malfunction as a result of water infiltrations and their performance may be compromised. The vehicle may not function as the driver expects it to during use including unintended activation and opening of the rear liftgate door at vehicle speeds up to 3.1 MPH. An unintended activation and opening of the rear liftgate door may result in a loss of unrestrained cargo. Lost cargo may create a road hazard and could cause a following vehicle to crash without prior warning.

Remedy

Sealing and/or application of sealants in specific places will ensure full parts conformity is restored.

How to check if the vehicle is recalled

Contact the local ALFA ROMEO dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall.

How the manufacturer will repair

The Recalled vehicles will have the fixing checked and corrected as necessary by and official ALFA ROMEO service.

ALFA ROMEO Reference ID

8223

Number of affected ALFA ROMEO cars

1451