Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls certain 2017-2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2018-2020 Stelvio models with carbon ceramic brakes due to potential rotor fracture from excessive clamp force, risking reduced brake performance.
An unexpected decrease in brake performance increases the risk of a crash.
Alfa Romeo is recalling 2018-2020 Stelvio models with carbon ceramic brakes because the braking system can fracture rotors during certain driving, reducing brake performance. This could lead to a crash if the brakes fail unexpectedly.
During specific driving conditions, the brake system applies excessive force that can cause the rotor to fracture. This reduces braking effectiveness, increasing crash risk if the vehicle cannot stop safely.
Owners of 2018-2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio models with carbon ceramic brakes are affected. Drivers who experience sudden brake failure during high-speed maneuvers are at higher risk.
Check if your vehicle has carbon ceramic brakes, which are common in 2018-2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio models. The recall covers vehicles with the specific brake system described in the notice.
Dealers will update the brake system module software for free to fix the issue.
Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2023, so you should have received one.
Dealers will update the brake system module (BSM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 68A.
The brake system may exert excessive clamp force during certain driving maneuvers, causing rotor fractures and reduced brake performance.
No, the remedy is a software update that can be done safely by dealers. Normal driving is not immediately dangerous.
Your car is affected if it is a 2018-2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio with carbon ceramic brakes.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alfa Romeo to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V382000 — Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo Hello, I own a Alfa Romeo that is covered by recall 23V382000 from Alfa Romeo. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the brake system module (BSM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 68A. 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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