Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Reliable?
2018–2026 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other suvs — 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 Stelvio Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 58 | Fair |
| 2024 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 58 | Fair |
| 2023 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 56 | Fair |
| 2022 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 58 | Fair |
| 2021 | 3 | 8 | — | — | 49 | Fair |
| 2020 | 3 | 20 | — | — | 36 | Poor |
| 2019 | 7 | 20 | — | — | 33 | Poor |
| 2018 | 8 | 104 | 2 | — | 33 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Stelvio Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Stelvio scores 21 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Alfa Romeo Stelvio Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 167 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio reliable?+
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio scores 48/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 26 recall campaigns and 167 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Stelvio is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2025 Stelvio achieved the highest reliability score of 58/100 with 1 recall and 2 complaints.
How many miles does a Stelvio last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Alfa Romeo Stelvio owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Stelvio will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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