NHTSA recall 18V-636 (18V636000)
electrical system recall reported September 14, 2018 - about 34,357 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V636000
- Also written as
- 18V-636
- Manufacturer number
- UA4
- Reported
- September 14, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~34,357
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
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.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-636 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.