It all started went for routine oil change 2018 alfa romeo stelvio at alfa dealer ship. Drove off car was shaking called dealership ask to return same day the car shaking again engine light throttle and other lights lit up like Christmas tree Was told oil system issue. After completed the car never drove the same the engine throttle light never turned off and the on and off start button stop working. I've been to dealership many times all bad experiences after routine oil. I don't drive the car much because I'm afraid the car will stall or I'm going to crash due to no engine power. Nearly crashed onto a family head on multiple times at the intersection while turning because engine power cut off and hit from behind on freeway my stelvio list engine power. You never know when engine power gives out make a loud roaring sound 5-6 secs like wants to explode while my foot all way down on gas pedal. Auto service manager states seen a high rise with oil system pressure and replacement. Please review and open recall for oil pump replacement before someone gets injured or fatalities. This is safety issue. I called Alfa Romero they decline to help me out of good will because my car is 2018 . There are others same year, make and model on Alfa Romero Community website and Facebook Alfa Romeo all discussing oil pump issue and other engine light igniting and Codes PO6DD-OOl. The dealership wants me to pay 7000 dollars to replace oil pump but I can not afford I'm the household. 59 cases including myself reported to you all for oil system pressure. This is a manufacturer issue not human error. Alfa Romeo needs to be held accountable.
2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio engine problems
46 complaints (33% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 65,000.
- owner complaints
- 46
- of this car's complaints
- 33%
- typical mileage
- 65,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Check engine light 28Loss of power 17Stalling 16Won't start 7Engine failure 5Overheating 5
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio vehicles. The engine cooling hose may have inadequate webbing material allowing a coolant leak.
- Risk
- A loss of coolant can cause the engine to overheat and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant hose, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U99.
Recall number 18V635000 · Recall details
What 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a melted catalytic convertor failure. The contact was informed that the catalytic convertor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The vehicle was purchased and the contact was notified of an EPS failure. While driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and the messages "Service Engine", "Service Throttle Body", and "Alfa Steering Torque" were displayed. The contact detected a burning coolant odor while outside the vehicle. The following day, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 20–30 MPH with the RPM at high, and the coolant level fluctuating. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle but was unable to open the hood due to a fractured hood latch. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone, where DTC: P0299, P00B7, C0051-86, U1702-86, and C0076-68 were retrieved. The failure mileage was 110,351.
I am reporting an authorized manufacturer franchise dealer for actively refusing to remedy a federal safety recall and unlawfully withholding my vehicle. My vehicle is a 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio (VIN: [Insert VIN]), which is subject to the active Fuel Pump Safety Recall (the federal safety agency Campaign 25V586000 / Manufacturer Recall Code 93C). The vehicle has been physically located at Southern Alfa Romeo of Norfolk ([XXX]) for approximately 18 months. The dealership service management has explicitly stated that they will not perform the mandatory safety recall remedy, nor will they release my vehicle to a flatbed towing company, until an unrelated $5,000 civil dispute involving a loaner car is paid out of pocket. By conditioning a federal safety mandate and the physical custody of my vehicle on a separate civil debt, this dealership is violating the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act (49 U.S.C. Chapter 301). The 1.5-year delay also completely violates the federal requirement to provide a safety remedy within a reasonable timeframe. I request federal intervention to force compliance. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, several unknown warning lights were illuminated, before the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact stated that there was a rattling sound coming from the turbo charger. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the turbo charger needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
Car stalled on highway leaving my life at risk and dealer has no date to repair fuel line
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V586000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH and merging onto the highway, the vehicle entered Low Power Mode, forcing the contact to pull over to the side of the road. The contact then drove to the residence, where the vehicle was turned off and restarted, and the messages "Service Engine" and "Service Throttle Control" were displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the fuel system was bled. The dealer later informed the contact that the high-pressure fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the high-pressure fuel pump and the fuel delivery module (FDM) were replaced in July 2025. The contact related the failure to the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.
I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding serious engine issues I have experienced with my Alfa Romeo vehicle. The ongoing mechanical problems have created significant inconvenience, financial hardship, and concerns regarding the safety and reliability of the vehicle. Since owning the vehicle, I have experienced persistent engine-related problems including [loss of power/engine stalling/check engine light/oil consumption/rough idling/etc.]. Despite attempts to address the issue through repairs and maintenance, the problem continues to occur. These recurring issues have negatively impacted my ability to reliably use the vehicle for daily transportation. In addition, I am concerned that these issues may reflect a manufacturing defect or unresolved mechanical problem that has not been properly corrected. I have made efforts to have the vehicle inspected and repaired, yet the condition persists, resulting in continued frustration and unexpected expenses. I respectfully request the following: * reimbursement for repair costs related to the engine issue * Documentation regarding any recalls, technical service bulletins, or known engine defects associated with this model * Assistance in resolving this matter promptly and fairly I would appreciate a written response outlining the next steps to resolve this complaint. I hope to settle this issue professionally without needing to escalate the matter further through consumer protection agencies, warranty enforcement, or legal channels. Please contact me at your earliest convenience regarding this matter.
I experienced an unexpected Loss of Motive Power (LOMP) event. Late afternoon traffic was fast, estimate 75-80 MPH. I attempted to change lanes get to the righthand shoulder and was very nearly involved in a high-speed collision with a semi-petroleum tank truck. He applied his brakes to avoid hitting me and started to jackknife, but regained control and continued. The truck missed by inches. At this point I had NO remaining power and was essentially coasting until I managed to cross the remaining two lanes of traffic to the shoulder emergency lane. I reset the error codes and continued home with no further occurrences. The incident produced the following warning lamps: Electronic Throttle Control Failure, Start/Stop System Failure and Check Engine, then a few seconds later the Limp Mode/LOMP event. I carry an OBD Scanning Tool with me to be able to clear the error codes when I encounter them. They are typically a cascading event that can result in LOMP. I have experienced a total of 26 of these error lamp events since 4/19/22 which have resulted in 3 LOMP's. The remaining 23 events I was able to reset before the inevitable LOMP. This is the first LOMP that nearly caused a fatal accident, the remainder I was able to safely find a place to stop to perform the resets. There is an active Manufacturer Recall Number93C, the federal safety agency Recall Number25V-586 that may cover this issue. The Recall Status is "Incomplete, remedy not yet available." The Alfa Romeo dealership has noted the P0191-00 error and replaced the fuel pressure sensor on 2/23/23, but this did not solve the problem. Owner's forums, and now the Manufacturer/the federal safety agency recall have reported this as a known problem, so I have been clearing my own error codes in order to at least have a car to drive. In my mind, this nuisance has now become a potentially very dangerous condition.
November 26th my car went into LOMP mode. But then restored itself. December 3rd my car went into LOMP mode again and had not recovered along with a slew of ALARMS. I have been using uber and rental cars since this issue. Highly likely this is a fuel pump issue but unable to determine as the authorized shop is 2hours away and the car will not make it there. I need a remedy I have been out of a car for months now and the recall has no remedy!
Questions about the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio engine
Does the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio have engine problems?
Owners have filed 46 complaints about the engine of the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, 33% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 65,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 18V635000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Alfa Romeo Stelvio have bad engine?
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio model years with the most engine complaints are 2018 (46 complaints) and 2019 (13 complaints).
Other 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio problems
Fuel system 62Electrical 42Transmission 12Brakes 10Acceleration 9Airbags 7Seat belts 7Driver assistance 6Lights 5Body 4Visibility 3Steering 2Wheels 1
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