Is the 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA reliable?

The 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA has 129 complaints filed with NHTSA (4.8x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: FUEL SYSTEM problems.

What are common problems with the 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA?

Top problems: FUEL SYSTEM (38 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (21 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (20 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA?

Yes, there are 9 recall(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. Contact any Alfa Romeo dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA?

The 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA gets 24 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2000. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA is approximately $1,607/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA has 129 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 4.8x the segment average of 27. The most common issue is fuel system problems (29% of all complaints), specifically: service electronic throttle control and check engine warning lights came on. car died in the middle of the road and took severally attempt to restart car. *tr. There are 9 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 2 fire reports filed.

2 fire reports 8 crash reports 6 injuries

129

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

4.8x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

FUEL SYSTEM

38 complaints

29%

• SERVICE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. CAR DIED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND TOOK SEVERALLY ATTEMPT TO RESTART CAR. *TR
• Under certain condition's the vehicle will stop running without warning. More specifically, when the outside temperature is hot, combined with a fuel level which is at or below 1/4 but not empty, the car will quit running. It has resulted in my being stranded along the roadside 4 times, and one ti
• The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated that while reversing out of the driveway, several unknown messages were displayed, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that eventually the warning message "Fuel System Shut Off" was displayed and the vehicle would no longer start-

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“SERVICE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. CAR DIED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND TOOK SEVERALLY ATTEMPT TO RESTART CAR. *TR”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA

Based on 32 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 20K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

FUEL SYSTEM

In line with typicalmedian 40K mi · 8 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (9)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING14/09/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles, equipped with 2.0L engines. These engines may misfire causing the catalytic converter to overheat, possibly resulting in damage to the nearby wiring and engine components.

Risk: Heat damage to the engine compartment wiring or components can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles for diagnostic codes, and update the engine control module software, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-844-253-2872. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA4.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,001

Per month

$167

Per mile

16.7¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,824/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,455/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2018 Alfa Romeo GIULIA

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,607

Full coverage / month

$134

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-4%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1607

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Estimated Repair Costs

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 129 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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FUEL SYSTEM: SERVICE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. CAR DIED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND TOOK SEVERALLY ATTEMPT TO RESTART CAR. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: SERVICE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. CAR DIED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND TOOK SEVERALLY ATTEMPT TO RESTART CAR. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: THE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM HAS MALFUNCTIONED SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. HOT AIR BLOWS OUT THE DRIVER'S SIDE REGULARLY, AND ALFA ROMEO, AND THE DEALERSHIP I ACQUIRED IT FROM, J STAR MOTORS IN ANAHEIM, CA., DON'T APPEAR INTERESTED IN CORRECTING THE PROBLEM, EVEN AFTER FOUR VISITS. THE ISSUES IS M
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: THE CAR HAD APPLE CAR PLAY AS A FEATURE IN THE BASE PRICE. THE CAR PLAY DOESN'T WORK, AND AFTER OVER A MONTH THE COMPANY HAS YET TO FIX WHAT I HAVE LEARNED IS A KNOWN ISSUE BY THE COMPANY. THIS IS A HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE FIX AFFECTING VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BEFORE 7/2017, WHICH MINE WAS. THE DEALE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 9 recalls have been completed — free at any Alfa Romeo dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)