2017–2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2018–2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Recall: Brake System Module (BSM) software may prevent the driver from disabling…
NHTSA campaign 19V148000 · Forward Collision Avoidance · filed Mar 1, 2019 · verified Sep 13, 2026
The defect
FCA US LLC (Alfa Romeo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2017-2019 Giulia vehicles. The Brake System Module (BSM) software may prevent the driver from disabling the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) after the traction control system detects a specific wheel slip.
The risk
The driver's inability to deactivate the ACC can increase the risk of crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what 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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Alfa Romeo | Giulia | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Alfa Romeo | Stelvio | 2018, 2019 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 19V148000 (manufacturer number V27). Data last verified Sep 13, 2026.