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Recall campaign83V005000

Recall 83V005000: 1980–1982 Alfa Romeo Spider

Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
Report received
Jan 25, 1983
Manufacturer
Alfa romeo, incorporated
Potentially affected
6,000vehicles
Model years
1980–1982

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

The ignition switch is defective and causes starting difficulties. The engine may fail to start when the ignition key is turned.

Remedy

The dealer will replace the ignition switch assembly with the latest type, free of charge.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.