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moderate Owners of the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio have filed 25 NHTSA complaints about the fuel system, typically surfacing around 60,545 miles at roughly $1,200 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See fuel system across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
25
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,200
| Model year | fuel system complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Stelvio (this page) | 25 |
| 2019 Stelvio | 12 |
When does it fail?
Of the 25 fuel system complaints filed for the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Owners have filed 25 fuel system complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Fuel system accounts for 21% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 7 categories tracked.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering fuel system on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM), also known as a PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs have been set:P0106-00 - Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit Range/Performance. P013A-00 - O2 Sensor Slow Response Rich To Lean Bank 1 Sensor 2. P015A-00 - O2 Sensor Delayed Response Rich To Lean Bank 1 Sensor 1. P1CEA-00 - Boost Side EVAP Purge System Performance. P0096-00 - Intake Air Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit Range-Performance. P04DB-00 - Cr
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM), also known as a PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs have been set:P0106-00 - Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit Range/Performance. P013A-00 - O2 Sensor Slow Response Rich To Lean Bank 1 Sensor 2. P015A-00 - O2 Sensor Delayed Response Rich To Lean Bank 1 Sensor 1. P1CEA-00 - Boost Side EVAP Purge System Performance. P0096-00 - Intake Air Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit Range-Performance. P04DB-00 - Cr
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio are reporting loss of motive power, stalling, and no-start conditions tied to fuel pump failure. The failures show up across a wide mileage range—from 13,500 to 110,000 miles. When the vehicle acts up, you see the check engine light, battery warning light, or "Electronic Acceleration Control Disabled" messages. Some owners say the vehicle shakes abnormally or hesitates during acceleration before losing power altogether.
A key issue here is NHTSA recall 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). Nearly every owner complaint mentions this recall, and consistently report that replacement parts are unavailable—even months after notification. Several owners state the manufacturer has exceeded a reasonable repair timeline. Of the owners who experienced actual failures, some had to pay out-of-pocket for fuel pump replacement (around 53,000 miles in one case). One owner with a newborn in the back seat had the vehicle stall at 20-30 MPH. Diagnostic codes pulled include P008A (low-pressure fuel system pressure too low) and generic low fuel volume DTCs. The manufacturer's response has been limited; in some cases they opened a case or covered towing, but parts availability remains the blocker. Several owners note dealers confirmed they cannot perform the recall repair due to missing parts.
Same Alfa Romeo Stelvio fuel system reports on nearby years: 2019
Failure modes owners describe
Fuel Pump Failure / Loss of Motive Power
The low-pressure fuel pump fails, causing the vehicle to lose power while driving, stall, or fail to start. The failure is tied to NHTSA recall 25V586000.
When: 13,500 to 110,000 miles; no clear pattern; occurs both at startup and while driving
Symptoms owners cite: Loss of motive power while driving at various speeds; Vehicle stalls and fails to restart, or hesitates to restart; Check engine warning light illuminated; Battery warning light illuminated; Electronic Acceleration Control Disabled message displayed; Vehicle shakes or jerks abnormally; Reduced motive power after restart; Fuel warning light illuminated
Codes mentioned: P008A (Low-pressure fuel system pressure is too low), Low fuel volume DTC
Repairs/costs cited: Fuel pump replacement required. One owner paid out-of-pocket for replacement at 53,000 miles. Parts for recall repair are unavailable; dealers cannot complete the repair.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) issued; parts unavailable. Manufacturer has opened cases for some owners, covered towing in one case, but denied rental assistance request based on owner's medical condition. No systematic remedy available due to parts shortage.
Acceleration Hesitation or Failure
Vehicle hesitates or fails to accelerate when the pedal is depressed, even though the engine is running. Often occurs intermittently and may be related to fuel system pressure issues.
When: 20,000 to 90,000 miles; intermittent, some failures during normal driving
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle hesitates before accelerating; Vehicle fails to accelerate as intended when depressing accelerator pedal; Vehicle decelerates unexpectedly (55 MPH to 50 MPH to 40 MPH observed); Check engine light may be illuminated; Unknown warning lights may illuminate
Codes mentioned: Unknown diagnostic trouble codes (dealer cleared some without identifying root cause)
Repairs/costs cited: One dealer was unable to identify or duplicate the failure; DTCs were cleared. No repair completed in cases reported.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer recommended NHTSA complaint filing in one case. No other specific response documented for this symptom pattern.
No-Start Condition
Vehicle fails to start or restart after engine shutdown. May be preceded by running the engine while parked or after refueling.
When: 41,000 to 93,200 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle fails to start when key is turned; Vehicle fails to restart after stalling; Fuel warning light illuminated; Check engine light may be illuminated; Vehicle may sputter when attempting restart
Codes mentioned: Low fuel volume indication
Repairs/costs cited: One vehicle was recharged and restarted but failure returned within two hours. No lasting repairs documented.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 25V586000 identified; parts unavailable. Dealer diagnostics scheduled in one case but not completed.
Synthesized from 25 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle failed an inspection and would not pass due to the open recall and the parts not being available to repair the vehicle. The local dealer was contacted, and the…
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that several dealers were contacted and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving approximately 60-75 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and lost motive power. The driver was able to pull over to the side of the road. The check engine warning light and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The contact stated that the…
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and shut off, the contact attempted to start the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power, and the fuel warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part…
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V510000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS) and 25V586000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 55 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The…
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle was taken to an Auto Zone, where it was diagnosed, and DTC: P008A (Low-pressure fuel system pressure is too low) was retrieved. The…
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Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 25 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Across the 15 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most fuel system failures cluster between 44,000 and 90,000 miles, with the median around 60,545. A quarter of owners report trouble before 44,000; a quarter make it past 90,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2018/Alfa Romeo/Stelvio.
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