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Alfa Romeo Stelvio VIN Number Check

Decode an Alfa Romeo Stelvio VIN free with NHTSA vPIC. See the NHTSA recalls for that model year, then read what owners have reported.

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Alfa Romeo Stelvio

About the Alfa Romeo Stelvio

Alfa Romeo has sold the Stelvio in the US since the 2018 model year. Across those years NHTSA lists 18 vehicle recall campaigns and 207 owner complaints. The 2018 has the most complaints of any model year (130). EPA rates it at 19–25 mpg combined. A free VIN decode gives you NHTSA vPIC’s record for the car (model year, engine, plant) and the NHTSA recalls for its model year. It won’t show theft, flood or lemon-law history.

US model years2018–2026
EPA classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle
NHTSA recall campaigns18
Owner complaints207 at NHTSA
Alfa Romeo Stelvio photographed at a US vehicle auction
Auction lot photo, for illustration
Generations

Alfa Romeo Stelvio at a glance

One generation in the data, 2018–2026: 18 NHTSA recall campaigns and 207 owner complaints.

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Stelvio
2018–2026Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Alfa Romeo Stelvio (2018–2026)

Photo: Motor Verso, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

20182025
2018–2026

Alfa Romeo Stelvio

PlatformFCA Giorgio
EPA combined mpg19–25
NHTSA recalls18

Engines (EPA)

  • 2.0 L 4-cyl (turbo) · 2018–2026
  • 2.9 L 6-cyl (turbo) · 2018–2024

Drive & transmission (EPA)

  • AWD/4WD, RWD
  • automatic (2018–2026)

Known issues to check

Fuel system (86)Engine and cooling (67)Electrical system (63)2 high-risk recall campaigns

Mentions in 207 NHTSA complaints.

Sample VIN pattern · StelvioZASFAKNN?J7······NHTSA vPIC decodes it as a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, built in Piedimonte San Germano, Lazio
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Sources: Wikipedia · EPA · NHTSA · vPIC

NHTSA campaign data

Which Stelvio model years each recall covers

NHTSA data

NHTSA has 18 campaigns on file for Stelvio model years 2018–2026, and the 2018 shows up in more of them than any other year (11), ahead of the 2019 (8). Move the line to your model year to see which apply.

2018
Air bag inflator, fire risk or do-not-drive/park-outside advisorySafety recallCanada only
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What to ask

Source: NHTSA recall database, vehicle campaigns only; row text is NHTSA’s summary. A listed year does not mean every car is covered, so check the VIN.

Canada rows: Transport Canada recalls database. Transport Canada recalls that match an NHTSA campaign are folded into that row by VinNumber.net; rows with the Canadian flag have no NHTSA match. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada · Transport Canada.

Owner reports · NHTSA complaints

What Alfa Romeo Stelvio owners report

Owner summaries + NHTSA data

Between them, the 2018 and 2019 hold 166 of the 207 complaints, or 80%. Tap any bar or generation.

207NHTSA complaints, 2018–2026
7mention a crash
4mention a fire
5injuries reported
Owner complaints by model yearStelvio: 207 complaints · most for the 2018 (130)

Top complaint areas · Stelvio

Mentions in 207 complaints, 2018–2026.

Fuel system86
Engine and cooling67
Electrical system63
Powertrain (transmission, driveline)17
Brakes15
Speed control / acceleration12
Crashes 7Fires 4Injuries 5

2018–2026

NHTSA data summary

The 2018 is the outlier. On its own it has 130 of the 949’s 207 complaints (63%), more than any other Stelvio model year. By area, nothing stands out. Fuel system leads with 86, with engine and cooling (67) and the electrical system (63) close behind.

What Stelvio owners report across recent generations

Owner summary

2018–present (1st generation)

The 2018 draws by far the most NHTSA complaints, and CarComplaints has no problem list for this model. Many owners describe a fuel pump that fails or a recall still waiting on parts, along with stalling or loss of power. Others report electrical faults and warning lights. On Reddit, owners of these Giulia and Stelvio years describe partial loss of power and dealers waiting on fuel pump parts. Recalls cover that fuel pump on 2018–2019 models, a body controller that can show the wrong fuel level, and wiper software that can limit the wipers to one speed. [1] [2]

What to check before buying

  • Run the VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup, including the fuel pump, the fuel level display and the wiper software.
  • Ask whether the fuel pump remedy is still waiting on parts and whether the car has stalled or lost power.
  • Check that the fuel gauge matches a known fill.
  • Cycle the wipers through every speed and confirm they are not stuck on low.
Sources (2) and method
Sources:
  1. NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
  2. r/AlfaRomeo thread, Giulia and Stelvio fuel pump failures

Counts: NHTSA complaints file, records to October 1, 2026, one count per complaint; areas are NHTSA component groups.

Owner summary updated September 29, 2026.

Owner complaints · by model year

Stelvio complaint breakdown by model year

NHTSA data

Every Stelvio version is counted together. Tap a year to see its top systems.

207complaints, 2018–2026
7mention a crash
4mention a fire
5injuries reported
Most complaints: 2018 (130), 2019 (36), 2020 (19)
130’1836’1919’20’25

2018 · 130 complaints

Crashes 3 · fires 3 · injuries 3

Electrical system42
Engine41
Fuel system30
Fuel/propulsion system26
Unknown or other17

Systems as NHTSA names them; a complaint can list several. Source: NHTSA complaints data, records to October 1, 2026.

EPA fuel economy & emissions

Stelvio CO₂, smog rating and yearly fuel cost

EPA data

EPA lists 22 Stelvio versions for model years 2018–2026. The lowest tailpipe CO₂ is 359 g/mi (2024). Pick a model year and powertrain to see each version.

Stelvio2018–2026

19–25 mpg · CO₂ 359–470 g/mi

2025
24combined MPG
364CO₂ grams per mile (tailpipe)
$3,400EPA yearly fuel cost
4/10Smog rating
1 = worst · 10 = cleanest
5/10Greenhouse gas rating
California LEV-III ULEV70 · Federal Tier 3 Bin 70Emission standard
Cleanest gas version of 2025: Stelvio AWD · Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo — 24 MPG · 364 g/mi
Best (lowest) CO₂ by model year
300350400450500202020252018 · Gas: 3642019 · Gas: 3592020 · Gas: 3592021 · Gas: 3592022 · Gas: 3592023 · Gas: 3592024 · Gas: 3592025 · Gas: 3642026 · Gas: 364
Gas

Annual fuel cost is EPA’s estimate at its current fuel-price assumptions (15,000 miles a year, 55% city driving), so older years are priced at today’s fuel prices. Smog rating and emission standard can differ by sales area (federal vs. California); both are shown. Source: fueleconomy.gov.

Compare rivals

Stelvio vs BMW X3 vs Porsche Macan

NHTSA + EPA data

Take 2018–2026. NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns for the Stelvio, against 40 for the BMW X3 and 10 for the Porsche Macan. Pick a range to compare.

Alfa Romeo Stelvio

Model years 2018–2026

NHTSA recall campaigns
18
NHTSA owner complaints
207
EPA combined mpg
19–25
Engines (EPA)
4-cyl 2.0 L · 6-cyl 2.9 L
Also listed
turbo
Drive (EPA)
AWD/4WD, RWD

Most-reported complaint areas (NHTSA)

  1. Fuel system 86
  2. Engine and cooling 67
  3. Electrical system 63

BMW X3

Model years 2018–2026

NHTSA recall campaigns
40
NHTSA owner complaints
653
EPA combined mpg
16–29
Engines (EPA)
4-cyl 2.0, 3.0 L · 6-cyl 3.0 L
Also listed
turbo, plug-in hybrid, mild hybrid
Drive (EPA)
AWD/4WD, RWD

Most-reported complaint areas (NHTSA)

  1. Electrical system 184
  2. Engine and cooling 130
  3. Structure and body 81

Porsche Macan

Model years 2018–2026

NHTSA recall campaigns
10
NHTSA owner complaints
128
EPA combined mpg
19–22
Engines (EPA)
4-cyl 2.0 L · 6-cyl 2.9, 3.0, 3.6 L · Electric
Also listed
turbo
Drive (EPA)
AWD/4WD, RWD

Most-reported complaint areas (NHTSA)

  1. Exterior lighting 27
  2. Electrical system 26
  3. Air bags 17

NHTSA recalls (vehicle campaigns for all powertrain versions; equipment and tire campaigns left out), complaints (not sales-adjusted) and 5-Star overall ratings for the latest year rated for all three; EPA mpg, engines and drive. Rivals: same EPA class, picked by VinNumber.net.

Alfa Romeo Stelvio VIN number location

Where to find the VIN on a Stelvio

Tap a spot. Every location should show the same 17 characters.

Blue Alfa Romeo Stelvio (Type 949) SUV, front three-quarter view, with the VIN locations marked

Photo: Hans Haase, CC BY-SA 3.0, cropped

Illustration: VinNumber.net

Photo: Cutlass, CC0; edited and VIN pins added by VinNumber.net

Before completing a Stelvio purchase, locate the VIN at the lower driver's windshield and compare it to the door jamb sticker, B-pillar label, and engine bay stamp. Cargo area sticker is also present on all configurations.

  1. Windshield plateRead it through the glass at the base of the driver's side windshield.
    Source: 49 CFR 565.13(f) (NHTSA): VIN inside the passenger compartment, readable through the glazing next to the left windshield pillar
  2. Door jamb labelOpen the driver's door: the certification label on the B-pillar lists the VIN.
    Source: 49 CFR 567.4 (NHTSA): certification label with VIN at the driver door hinge pillar, latch post or door edge
The title, registration and insurance card show the VIN as well. All locations should match.
FAQ

Common Alfa Romeo Stelvio VIN questions

Which Alfa Romeo Stelvio model years have the most owner complaints?

The 2018 leads with 130, ahead of the 2019 (36) and 2020 (19). Those first two alone make up 80% of the 207 Stelvio complaints filed with NHTSA, not adjusted for sales.

How many recalls has the Alfa Romeo Stelvio had?

NHTSA’s recall records show 18 vehicle campaigns for model years 2018–2026, leaving out equipment and tire campaigns.

Which Alfa Romeo Stelvio recalls are high risk?

NHTSA’s record names a fire risk in 18V-636 and 21V-878. Each should show as closed on a VIN check.

What fuel economy does the Alfa Romeo Stelvio get?

It varies. EPA rates the 2018–2026 Stelvio at 19–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drive (fueleconomy.gov).

How does the Alfa Romeo Stelvio compare with the BMW X3 and Porsche Macan on recalls?

For 2018–2026 models the Stelvio has 18 NHTSA recall campaigns. The BMW X3 has 40, the Porsche Macan 10. Complaints run 207, 653 and 128 in that order, with no sales adjustment.

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