Use cautionVehicle recall · NHTSA · Published April 5, 2021
Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2020: Brake System Recall - Risk of Reduced Braking
Alfa Romeo is recalling 2020 Stelvio vehicles with potential loss of ABS braking. Dealers will replace the hydraulic control unit free of charge to prevent crash risks.
Alfa Romeo is recalling certain 2020 Stelvio vehicles due to a risk that hard braking could cause the ABS hydraulic control unit to fail, reducing braking performance and increasing crash risk. Owners should contact dealers for a free repair to avoid potential safety issues. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/79180-alfa-romeo-stelvio-2020-brake-system-recall-risk-of-reduced.
“Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2020: Brake System Recall - Risk of Reduced Braking.” GovInfoNow, updated August 18, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79180-alfa-romeo-stelvio-2020-brake-system-recall-risk-of-reduced. Based on NHTSA recall #21V309000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V309000).
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalled certain Alfa Romeo Stelvio and Giulia vehicles on April 5, 2021, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The loss of braking assistance increases crash risk. Dealers will replace the ABS HCU free of charge.
How to tell if you have it
Alfa Romeo Stelvio, 2019-2021
Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2020-2021
What to do
Dealers will replace the ABS HCU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
The hazard
Hard braking may cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) rotor shaft to separate, reducing braking assist and causing a loss of ABS. This reduces overall braking performance and increases the risk of a crash.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has 417 other recalls on file since January 28, 2015. Recent similar vehicle recalls include the BMW 2024-2025 I5 Brake System Recall (July 1, 2026), the Audi E-TRON Sportback Brake Pedal Detachment Risk recall (April 15, 2026), and the Kia 2025 Telluride Spare Tire Recall (October 31, 2025).
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle has a 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio model. The recall covers vehicles with specific brake system components that may need replacement.
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Contact Dealer for Repair
Dealers will replace the ABS hydraulic control unit free of charge to restore full braking functionality.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will replace the ABS HCU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
Owners were mailed letters 3 months after NHTSA received the defect report.
1NHTSA received the defect report
2Owner letters mailed
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Take action
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 21V309000 — Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2020: Brake System Recall - Risk of Reduced Braking
Hello,
I own a Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2020: Brake System Recall - Risk of Reduced Braking that is covered by recall 21V309000 from Alfa Romeo.
The official recall notice states: Dealers will replace the ABS HCU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
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.
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.
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