Alfa Romeo Stelvio Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Alfa Romeo Stelvio model year (2018–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Years to Avoid
7 recalls · 74 complaints
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 95
4 recalls · 14 complaints
Top issue: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Problem score: 26
4 recalls · 12 complaints
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 24
Best Alfa Romeo Stelvio Years to Buy
2 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 6
3 recalls · 4 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 13
3 recalls · 4 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 13
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Alfa Romeo Stelvio — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 6 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 3 | 4 | — | — | 13 | Good |
| 2023 | 4 | 5 | — | — | 17 | Good |
| 2022 | 3 | 4 | — | — | 13 | Good |
| 2021 | 3 | 7 | — | — | 16 | Good |
| 2020 | 4 | 12 | — | — | 24 | Good |
| 2019 | 4 | 14 | — | — | 26 | Good |
| 2018 | 7 | 74 | — | — | 95 | Avoid |
All 9 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Stelvio models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Stelvio should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio if possible. It has 7 recalls, 74 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 95 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Stelvio to buy?+
The 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 6. It has only 2 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Stelvio has the fewest problems?+
The 2025, 2022, 2024 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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