2022 Alfa Romeo Giulia Problems And Complaints

2022 Alfa Romeo Giulia Complaints and Problems

The 2022 Alfa Romeo Giulia has not received any complaints on the NHTSA as of now. You need to wait for a while to know more about the current model of the Alfa Romeo Giulia reliability issues. However, the current model of the Alfa Romeo Giulia is mechanically the same as the previous model year of the car. The Itlaian car is still in its first generation so the complaints of the previous model years of the car are good enough to tell you about the potential problems with the car. The Alfa Romeo Giulia has not spent much time in the market so the buyers can make a decision based on the complaints on the existing models of the car. 

Engine Problem

• Transmission problem: One of the owners of the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia reported that while driving the car at around 65 MPH on the highway, the transmission shifted to neutral. The vehicle stopped accelerating which is expected when your vehicle gets in neutral gear position. The driver tried to stop and restart the vehicle which worked. The driver was able to drive the car at that moment. When he took the car to the dealership, they said that it will require a software update to prevent the problem from happening again in the future. The software was updated but the problem was not resolved. The owner faced the problem again. It can be a serious threat when you are driving on a highway and your vehicle suddenly stops while driving. 

Fuel System Problem

• Fuel system problem: There are two different types of problems reported by the owners of the Alfa Romeo Giulia related to the fuel system of the car. The first problem is a more serious one in which the owner reported that fuel is ejected over the engine of the car. The owner also reported that he could smell gasoline on the floor of his garage. The problem was reported by only one owner so it might be a problem with the particular unit. However, there is a common problem that is reported by multiple owners of the car. The electrical system of the Alfa Romeo Giulia is not calibrated properly with the fuel pump and it shows inaccurate data on the display. The problem is related to the Brake System Module software of the car. There is also a recall to resolve the same problem. 

Brake Problem

• Brake failure problem: The Alfa Romeo Giulia brake problems are one of the common problems reported by owners of the car. Many owners have reported brake failure problems at fairly low mileage. The brake rotors are most likely to get damaged if your unit suffers from this particular problem. Alfa Romeo is aware of the problem and the dealership is offering a replacement for the rear brake rotors as reported by the owners. However, the service station says that the front brake rotors are fine. 

Electrical System Problem

• Electrical system problem: You might see a lot of complaints on the NHTSA website regarding Alfa Romeo Giulia's electrical problems. The problems related to the electrical system have been there for multiple model years of the Alfa Romeo Giulia since its launch. One of the common problems with the Alfa Romeo electrical system includes the problem with climate control. The driver-side vent of the climate control does not throw air properly as stated by many owners. There is also another more serious electrical problem. Some owners reported that while accelerating and turning the car at the left, the service electronic throttle light comes on. It illuminates along with several other lights on the dashboard. The power steering is also monetarily lost in some cases which required a lot of effort to keep the car straight. 

The electrical system problems for the Alfa Romeo Giulia do not end here. There are also problems with the battery of the car. Many owners of the car reported that the battery on their Alfa Romeo Giulia died only a few weeks after getting the delivery of the car. Fortunately, the problem is not reported in some recent model years of the car and it seems that Alfa Romeo has resolved the problem. 

Exterior Problem

• Automatic headlight problem: One of the owners of the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia reported that the automatic headlights on his vehicle do not work when you turn on the wipers. It is usually supposed to turn on its own when you turn the wipers on. Not only that, even when the automatic wipers engage, the headlights do not turn on. The problem is not that big but you can not take full advantage of automatic headlights when these basic functions do not work. There is no information on if the problem is resolved or still exists.

Category	Number of complaints
Visibility	0
Fuel Propulsion System	1
Improper working of safety features	0
Engine and Electric System	1
Miscellaneous Concerns	2

2022 Alfa Romeo Giulia Recalls

There are no recalls for the 2022 Alfa Romeo Gulia issued from the NHTSA as of now. It is quite expected considering that it is still a new car. However, you can find the recalls for the earlier model years of the Alfa Romeo Giulia. The 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia had two recalls so far. Since there are no major mechanical changes in the car after its launch, the recalls of the previous model years will give you an idea of the problems that the earlier owners had to face with their Giulia. You can also find out if the problem is resolved or it is still there. The recalls for the current model years of the car might be issued in the future. 

S. No.	Date	NHTSA Campaign Number	Issues Noticed	Additional Remarks
1	November 12, 2021	21V878000	Fuel line sensor housing might leak	The fuel line sensor housing might crack and leak fuel.
2	May 4, 2021	21V309000	Rotor and shaft might separate causing a loss of ABS	Hard braking might cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) rotor shaft to separate, a reduction of braking assist, and a loss of ABS.
3	November 2, 2021	21V484000	Tires with incorrect load rating	These vehicles might be equipped with tires that have a lesser load rating than intended for the vehicle.
4	November 18, 2020	20V714000	Rear brake discs might fracture	The rear brake discs might fracture during vehicle operation.

Which model year of the Alfa Romeo Giulia should you avoid?

The Alfa Romeo Giulia has not been in the market for a long time. So even if you go for a used Alfa Romeo Giulia, you will not be missing much from the new one. But that does not mean that you can randomly any model year of the Giulia. Since it is a new car, it will require time to prove its reliability against its more popular German rivals. We recommend you avoid the 2017 and 2018 model years of the Alfa Romeo Giulia. These models had high number of complaints. Although there was a pretty good number of complaints about the models after that too. But most of them are the problems that you are not going to regret as an owner. 

Should you buy the 2022 Alfa Romeo Giulia?

The 2022 Alfa Romeo Giulia is not the easiest pick in its segment when you look at some of the reputed German rivals. But people who do not want to get the more popular choices and want something that is more exclusive can look out for the Alfa Romeo Giulia for sure. It offers everything that you expect from a small luxury sedan. The quality of the cabin does not feel any worse than its rivals, if not better. The exterior styling is also something that will draw your attention. Athletic styling is not common in the segment. The standard engine offers good enough power for a car of this class. The driving dynamics are also going to impress the people who love spending time behind the wheel. There are no serious problems with the car either. The 2022 Alfa Romeo Giulia is a good choice if you like the overall appeal of the car.