2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Owner Complaints
Complaint Summary
The 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio has 10 reported complaints.
- Top issues involve electrical system and fuel/propulsion system.
Reliability Score
Reliability Score
Based on 10 complaints
Most Frequent Issues
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3 30%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
2 20%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 10%
ENGINE
1 10%
VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 10%
Quick Insights
The top category is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, accounting for 30% of all complaints.
Owners have reported issues across 7 distinct vehicle systems.
Note: Complaint data reflects owner reports and may not always indicate a verified defect. Compare with Recalls and TSBs for a complete picture.
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What owners keep reporting on the 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
The 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio has 10 owner complaints in this dataset. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the most common complaint category, representing about 30% of the reports shown here.
Most common complaint categories
The top complaint groups for the 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2), EXTERIOR LIGHTING (1).
Are these complaints a serious red flag?
Potentially. 7 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems like brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection.
What should buyers inspect on a used 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio?
Start with the top complaint systems, compare them against the recall report, then inspect service records for evidence that those same areas were already repaired or monitored.
Detailed Complaint Log
Showing 7 of 7 systems
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3 Reports30% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
Leasing car since November 11, 2023. Car has been in service four times for various problems regarding engine light on, throttle problems, gas emission problems, headlight not working, heater not working, I am very anxious and fearful of driving car. Dealership has had car in for service more than I have had car in my possession.
1/21/2023
THE CAR DRIVES ERRATIC (SUSPENSION), TIRES SET AT MANUFACTURER PRESSURE DRIVES ALL OVER THE ROAD "UNSTABLE" CAR JUST STOPS ON HIGHWAYS AT HIGH SPEED PLACING MY LIFE IN DANGER, HISTORY OF STOPPING AT BUSY INTERSECTIONS, ACCELERATION ISSUES, ELECTRICAL ISSUES, ENGINE ON/OFF SWITCH DO NOT WORK ACCORDING TO MANUFACTURER STATED WARRANTY, THE CAR LITERALLY ACCELERATES AT HIGHER SPEEDS THAN WHAT'S DISPLAYED ON DASH AND EXPECTED TO. MORE WHEN IDLED. THE COMBUSTION SYSTEM MAKE HUMMING NOISES WHILE FOOT ON BRAKES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DISPLAYS. GEAR SHIFT DO NOT DISPLAY DRIVE MODES (SCARY; CAR DRIVES ERRATIC OUT OF CONTROL). THE CAR IS A LEMON! TOO MANY SAFETY ISSUES. NEED MONEY BACK ASAP! COUNTLESS SOFTWARE UPDATES DISPLAY 5-10 TIMES DAILY. ALL EXPLAINED OCCURRED AT TIME OF PURCHASE THROUGH CURRENT DATE. I HAVE SPENT HOURS AT DEALERSHIPS, NO REPAIRS, REPAIRS, NOW NEED MORE REPAIRS FOR SAME ISSUES. THE CAR UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND I AM SCARED TO DRIVE BUT I HAVE TOO (ONLY TRANSPORTATION). PLEASE HELP!
7/16/2024
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
2 Reports20% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
Leasing car since November 11, 2023. Car has been in service four times for various problems regarding engine light on, throttle problems, gas emission problems, headlight not working, heater not working, I am very anxious and fearful of driving car. Dealership has had car in for service more than I have had car in my possession.
1/21/2023
THE CAR DRIVES ERRATIC (SUSPENSION), TIRES SET AT MANUFACTURER PRESSURE DRIVES ALL OVER THE ROAD "UNSTABLE" CAR JUST STOPS ON HIGHWAYS AT HIGH SPEED PLACING MY LIFE IN DANGER, HISTORY OF STOPPING AT BUSY INTERSECTIONS, ACCELERATION ISSUES, ELECTRICAL ISSUES, ENGINE ON/OFF SWITCH DO NOT WORK ACCORDING TO MANUFACTURER STATED WARRANTY, THE CAR LITERALLY ACCELERATES AT HIGHER SPEEDS THAN WHAT'S DISPLAYED ON DASH AND EXPECTED TO. MORE WHEN IDLED. THE COMBUSTION SYSTEM MAKE HUMMING NOISES WHILE FOOT ON BRAKES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DISPLAYS. GEAR SHIFT DO NOT DISPLAY DRIVE MODES (SCARY; CAR DRIVES ERRATIC OUT OF CONTROL). THE CAR IS A LEMON! TOO MANY SAFETY ISSUES. NEED MONEY BACK ASAP! COUNTLESS SOFTWARE UPDATES DISPLAY 5-10 TIMES DAILY. ALL EXPLAINED OCCURRED AT TIME OF PURCHASE THROUGH CURRENT DATE. I HAVE SPENT HOURS AT DEALERSHIPS, NO REPAIRS, REPAIRS, NOW NEED MORE REPAIRS FOR SAME ISSUES. THE CAR UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND I AM SCARED TO DRIVE BUT I HAVE TOO (ONLY TRANSPORTATION). PLEASE HELP!
7/16/2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 Report10% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
Leasing car since November 11, 2023. Car has been in service four times for various problems regarding engine light on, throttle problems, gas emission problems, headlight not working, heater not working, I am very anxious and fearful of driving car. Dealership has had car in for service more than I have had car in my possession.
1/21/2023
ENGINE
1 Report10% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
THE CAR DRIVES ERRATIC (SUSPENSION), TIRES SET AT MANUFACTURER PRESSURE DRIVES ALL OVER THE ROAD "UNSTABLE" CAR JUST STOPS ON HIGHWAYS AT HIGH SPEED PLACING MY LIFE IN DANGER, HISTORY OF STOPPING AT BUSY INTERSECTIONS, ACCELERATION ISSUES, ELECTRICAL ISSUES, ENGINE ON/OFF SWITCH DO NOT WORK ACCORDING TO MANUFACTURER STATED WARRANTY, THE CAR LITERALLY ACCELERATES AT HIGHER SPEEDS THAN WHAT'S DISPLAYED ON DASH AND EXPECTED TO. MORE WHEN IDLED. THE COMBUSTION SYSTEM MAKE HUMMING NOISES WHILE FOOT ON BRAKES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DISPLAYS. GEAR SHIFT DO NOT DISPLAY DRIVE MODES (SCARY; CAR DRIVES ERRATIC OUT OF CONTROL). THE CAR IS A LEMON! TOO MANY SAFETY ISSUES. NEED MONEY BACK ASAP! COUNTLESS SOFTWARE UPDATES DISPLAY 5-10 TIMES DAILY. ALL EXPLAINED OCCURRED AT TIME OF PURCHASE THROUGH CURRENT DATE. I HAVE SPENT HOURS AT DEALERSHIPS, NO REPAIRS, REPAIRS, NOW NEED MORE REPAIRS FOR SAME ISSUES. THE CAR UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND I AM SCARED TO DRIVE BUT I HAVE TOO (ONLY TRANSPORTATION). PLEASE HELP!
7/16/2024
VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 Report10% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
The back up camera has failed to display on the radio screen when the vehicle is placed in reverse on multiple occasions. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio has poor rear visibility due to a small rear window placed at a relatively shallow angle making the backup camera a necessary safety feature to safely operate the vehicle. The problem was reported to the dealer as part of another issue related to the radio locking up / rebooting due to software issues with a telematic module. Sometimes the radio will display an error message immediately when the car starts and then go to a black screen and sometimes the issue happens without warning. Turning off the vehicle and letting it sit will sometimes resolve the issue. I have offered to provide video evidence to the dealer and manufacturer but was told it was not necessary. The radio was replaced but the issue persists after the radio replacement.
10/31/2024
AIR BAGS
1 Report10% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
I got my car has a lease July 2023. After notifying the sales rep that I will be taking my car to Alaska, he reassured me that Lithia dealership will be able to service my car. When I call to get my car worked on, no Lithia dealer can help me. Alfa Romeo customer service has confirmed they will NOT provide any assistance with me getting my recall fixed due to being in the state of Alaska. Even though I was promised Lithia would cover my type of vehicle. My car is my daily driver and now I have a safety issue. Iâm terrified to drive. I feel completely unsafe in what I thought was my dream car. Alfa Romeo would not even reimburse if shipped my car to Seattle or I drove it there myself. I would be scared to have the car break down and I cannot fix it
5/27/2025
SEAT BELTS
1 Report10% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
I got my car has a lease July 2023. After notifying the sales rep that I will be taking my car to Alaska, he reassured me that Lithia dealership will be able to service my car. When I call to get my car worked on, no Lithia dealer can help me. Alfa Romeo customer service has confirmed they will NOT provide any assistance with me getting my recall fixed due to being in the state of Alaska. Even though I was promised Lithia would cover my type of vehicle. My car is my daily driver and now I have a safety issue. Iâm terrified to drive. I feel completely unsafe in what I thought was my dream car. Alfa Romeo would not even reimburse if shipped my car to Seattle or I drove it there myself. I would be scared to have the car break down and I cannot fix it
5/27/2025
Data and Methodology
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
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Complaint list entries are sourced from owner-submitted NHTSA ODI records.
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