Tl* the contact owns a 2017 alfa romeo giulia n/a. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle loss motive power and shut-off with the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the headlights and hazard lights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to nyle maxwell alfa romeo of austin located at 13049 research blvd, austin, tx 78750 however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle had shifted into limp mode. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact indicated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The failure mileage was 40,000. Invalid VIN.
The worst 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Electrical1
Recalls 2
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Quattroporte, 2008 Granturismo, and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C vehicles. The rear tie rod assemblies may have insufficient anti-corrosion material applied, allowing them to weaken and possibly fail.
- Risk
- Failure of the tie rods may result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Maserati will notify owners and dealers will replace the tie rod assemblies. The recall began on June 27, 2013. Customers may contact Maserati at 1‑877‑696‑2737. Maserati's recall campaign number is 205.
Recall number 13V196000 · Recall details
Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- What is wrong
- Maserati is recalling 7,912 my 2008 gran turismo, quattroporte, and alfa romeo vehicles. Incorrectly torqued upper and lower ball joint nuts may cause the ball joint nuts to loosen.
- Risk
- In time, this could lead to noise, steering wheel vibration, and failure of the ball joint stud resulting in damage or separation of the suspension arm. This could result in a loss of steering capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the torque of the front/rear upper and lower ball joint nuts and, if necessary, replace the suspension arms and hub carrier. The recall is expected to begin during february 2009. Owners may contact maserati customer service at 1‑877‑696‑2737.
Recall number 09V001000 · Recall details
What 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Compare the 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C
Other model years
2008
Questions about the 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C
Is the 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C, close to a typical 8C model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C have?
2 recalls, covering suspension.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history