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.
- 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider0 complaints
- 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider0 complaints
- 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider0 complaints
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.