Is the Alfa Romeo Giulia Reliable?
2017–2026 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sedans — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Alfa Romeo Giulia Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2024 | 2 | 6 | 1 | — | 51 | Fair |
| 2023 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 51 | Fair |
| 2022 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 51 | Fair |
| 2021 | 3 | 11 | — | — | 47 | Fair |
| 2020 | 4 | 15 | — | — | 42 | Poor |
| 2019 | 5 | 34 | 6 | — | 26 | Poor |
| 2018 | 7 | 86 | 9 | — | 26 | Poor |
| 2017 | 6 | 81 | — | — | 26 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Giulia Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Giulia scores 31 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Alfa Romeo Giulia Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 237 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Alfa Romeo Giulia reliable?+
The Alfa Romeo Giulia scores 41/100 on our reliability index — rated "Poor." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 29 recall campaigns and 237 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Giulia is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2024 Giulia achieved the highest reliability score of 51/100 with 2 recalls and 6 complaints.
How many miles does a Giulia last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Alfa Romeo Giulia owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Giulia will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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