ALFA ROMEO GIULIA (2019) recall — Forward Collision Avoidance
Alfa Romeo recalls 2018-2019 Giulia models with faulty brake software that may prevent disabling adaptive cruise control, increasing crash risk. Owners must update software free via dealer.
Use caution until it’s fixed
The driver's inability to deactivate the ACC can increase the risk of crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Alfa Romeo is recalling certain 2018-2019 Giulia vehicles because the brake software might prevent drivers from disabling adaptive cruise control after wheel slip. This could increase crash risk if the driver needs to stop the car suddenly. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1223437-alfa-romeo-giulia-2019-recall-acc-deactivation-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1223437-alfa-romeo-giulia-2019-recall-acc-deactivation-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V148000
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“Alfa Romeo Giulia 2019 Recall: ACC Deactivation Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1223437-alfa-romeo-giulia-2019-recall-acc-deactivation-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #19V148000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V148000).
Why it’s dangerous
The brake software may prevent drivers from disabling adaptive cruise control after the traction control system detects wheel slip. This could cause the car to continue moving when the driver needs to stop, increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles are affected. Drivers who frequently use adaptive cruise control may be at higher risk if they need to stop the car suddenly.
How to tell if you have this one
Check your vehicle's year: 2018-2019 models. The recall covers Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles with the specific brake software issue.
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What to do — step by step
Update Software
Contact Alfa Romeo customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to schedule a free software update at a dealer.
What NHTSA says to do
Alfa Romeo has notified owners, and dealers will update the BSM software, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service 1-800-853-1403. The Alfa Romeo number for this recall is V27.
Questions people ask
Do I need to stop using my car immediately?
No, the recall does not require immediate stop use. The software update is free and can be done at a dealer.
What is the recall number?
The recall number is V27.
How can I check if my car is affected?
Check if your Alfa Romeo Giulia is from 2018-2019 and has the specific brake software issue.
Contact Alfa Romeo
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alfa Romeo to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V148000 — Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo Hello, I own a Alfa Romeo that is covered by recall 19V148000 from Alfa Romeo. The official recall notice states: Alfa Romeo has notified owners, and dealers will update the BSM software, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service 1-800-853-1403. The Alfa Romeo number for this recall is V27. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V148000 (January 3, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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