Do you own a 2019-2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia or Stelvio in the US? If so, you may be disappointed to hear that Stellantis has delivered an unwelcome holiday surprise, announcing a recall for these models due to a brake-related issue that could result in a complete loss of braking function.
According to Alfa Romeo, 2,021 examples of the Giulia and Stelvio may have been manufactured with a loose connection between the brake pedal’s input rod and the actuator rod on the brake booster. It’s possible that the piston and the push rod could separate while driving, meaning the mechanical connection of the brake pedal and brake booster may no longer be “guaranteed.” In simpler terms, vehicles could lose their brakes, leaving only the electronic parking brake as a last resort.
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The automaker has advised owners to watch for warning signs, such as an unusual noise or an unstable brake pedal, which may indicate their vehicle is affected by the issue.
Of the 2,021 cars affected, 1,025 are Giulia models manufactured between May 30, 2019 and February 6, 2020. The remaining 996 are Stelvios manufactured between May 23, 2019 and December 20, 2019. Alfa Romeo attributed the challenge of a misaligned screwdriving station in production. , which would possibly have caused the connection to become loose.
Stellantis’ European supplier quality team was first alerted to a potential issue with the brake formula on July 31, 2024. Although the automaker was unable to identify any reports on the ground related to the defect, it also has no knowledge of accidents or injuries. or fires, a recall was yet to be triggered.
US dealerships will be notified of the recall on January 3, 2025, with owners expected to receive notifications on or around February 7, 2025. As part of the recall, the push rod connection will be inspected, and if needed, dealerships will replace the brake booster free of charge.