Vehicle recall R/2018/124

Alfa Romeo Stelvio recall: Some electrical components may malfunction due to water infiltration

DVSA recall R/2018/124 names the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. It was launched 14 May 2018. It covers vehicles built 16 December 2016 to 13 April 2018.

Recall data updated 22 September 2026

Recall: R/2018/124
Launched: 14 May 2018
Issued by: ALFA ROMEO
Manufacturer reference: 8223
Vehicles: 1,451 across the lines below

What can go wrong

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 tailgate door at vehicle speeds up to 3.1 MPH. An unintended activation and opening of the rear tailgate 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.

The fix

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

Models and build dates

As listed in the DVSA recall file. Vehicle numbers are DVSA figures for each line.
Model	Built	Vehicles
Alfa Romeo Stelvio	16 December 2016 to 13 April 2018	1,451

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Other recalls for these models

R/2018/012 Brake and/or clutch system components may become damaged by mineral oil 12 March 2018, Alfa Romeo Giulia, Alfa Romeo Stelvio
R/2019/191 Undesired acceleration of the vehicle may occur whilst active cruise control is operational 23 July 2019, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Alfa Romeo Giulia
R/2019/297 More fuel than actually present in the tank could be displayed on the instrument panel. 27 September 2019, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Alfa Romeo Giulia
R/2019/379 The seats may not lock in the correct position 17 January 2020, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Alfa Romeo Giulia
R/2021/053 A possibilty of the rear brake discs having micro cracks 5 March 2021, Alfa Romeo Giulia, Alfa Romeo Stelvio
R/2021/298 The vehicle may not comply with ECE Regulation 16 Amendment 07 where all seats must be equipped with a safety belt reminder function with visual and audible indication of seat belt status. 10 September 2021, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Alfa Romeo Giulia

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Source

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: DVSA vehicle recall records (RecallsFile.csv), recalls launched 1992 to 2026. Recall data updated 22 September 2026.

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