2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 26%of 19 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 86,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the fuel system of the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, 26% of the 19 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 86,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Car stalled/ went into limp mode 4 separate times for fuel pressure issue. Is not drivable, does not accelerate, throws erroneous error codes. The recall Y91 covers this issue for 2020 Stelvio. When I contact Mopar they say it is not open on my vin. How is this possible?”
NHTSA complaint #11756286, filed 2026-08“While driving at approximately 40 mph, my Alfa Romeo Stelvio suddenly lost all power without warning. The vehicle went from operating normally to immediately illuminating multiple warning lights on the dashboard. I was unable to accelerate and nearly struck by another vehicle due to the sudden loss of power. I had to coast to the side of the road and have the vehicle towed to a repair shop. Upon inspection, it was determined that the fuel pump had failed. …”
NHTSA complaint #11702468, filed 2025-12“I am writing to formally request an investigation into a serious safety defect affecting my 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio . I believe this issue is part of a broader pattern of manufacturing and design flaws that have compromised both safety and reliability •My vehicle experienced a catastrophic engine failure, resulting in a total repair estimate of approximately $32,000. This failure occurred without prior warning signs and is highly unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage. …”
NHTSA complaint #11679873, filed 2025-08“The vehicle suddenly loss power while I was driving on a busy interstate. I was almost rear-ended by the vehicle behind me. I had to coast my vehicle to the shoulder of the road crossing lanes of traffic without power! It was terrifying. I could have been wrecked our worse! The check engine lights flashed on saying: Service Electronic Throttle Control and Start / Stop unavailable . I took the car to get it checked out and I was told that this is a common problem currently under recall for the 2018 models, but not my 2020. …”
NHTSA complaint #11721710, filed 2026-03“The contact owns a 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle was jerking. The failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a fuel system failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11731419, filed 2026-04, 86,000 milesRelated recalls
- 21V878000Nov 12, 2021Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, and Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles. The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.Covers: Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2020–2021, Giulia 2020–2021
Related service bulletins
- 10187696Dec 9, 2020Flash: Drive Style Control Module (DSCM) Updates This bulletin involves checking if the vehicle dynamic (DNA) selector is operable and possibly reprogramming the DSCM with the…
- 10175733Apr 21, 2020Possible Driveability Issues due to the Winter-Blend Fuel into the Warmer Season
Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
8 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsLane departure
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology