Do you own a 2019-2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia or Stelvio in the United States?If so, you might be disappointed to learn that Stellantis has some nasty wonder in store for the holidays, announcing a recall for those models due to a brake-related factor that can also result in a total loss of power. 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 urged owners to watch for cautionary signs, such as a noise or a volatile brake pedal, which could mean their vehicle is affected by the problem.
Out of the 2,021 vehicles impacted, 1,025 are Giulia models built between May 30, 2019, and February 6, 2020. The remaining 996 are Stelvios manufactured between May 23, 2019, and December 20, 2019. Alfa Romeo has attributed the issue to a misaligned screwing station during production, which may have caused the loose connection.
Stellantis’ European supplier quality team was first alerted to a potential problem with the braking formula on July 31, 2024. While the automaker has not been able to identify any on-box reports similar to the defect, neither is aware of any accident. , injuries or fires, so a recall had to be followed up.
U. S. dealers will be notified about the recall on January 3, 2025, and owners will receive notifications around February 7, 2025. As part of the recall, the pushrod fitting will be inspected and if necessary, dealers will update the brake booster for free. .