DPF / EGR
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: DPF light, limp mode
Fix: Clean or replace
€300–1,500
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Alfa Romeo Giulia
2016–now
2
engines covered
4
known faults
6,742
roadworthiness tests in the statistics
10
official recalls
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The Alfa Romeo Giulia has been built since 2016.
For this generation we cover 2 engines and 4 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is DPF / EGR: it usually appears at 120,000–200,000 km and costs €300–1,500 to fix.
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 50–100 thousand km this model most often failed on: tyres and wheels (7.3 %), lights, wipers and visibility (5.8 %), brakes (2.3 %). It fails less often than average on: brakes, suspension.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 JTD (Giorgio) | Diesel | Chain | 0W-30 / 5W-30 · Fiat 9.55535-DS1 / ACEA C2 · ~5.7 L · every 15,000 km |
| 2.0 Turbo petrol (GME) | Petrol | Chain | — |
Faults by engine
2.2 JTD (Giorgio)
Electrical / software faults
usually 20,000–120,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Warning lights, infotainment glitches
Fix: Dealer software update
€0–200
2.0 Turbo petrol (GME)
Ignition coils
usually 80,000–150,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Misfire
Fix: Replace coil
€80–200
Gearboxes
Automatic (torque converter)
Torque converter / valve body
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
€300–2,500
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 2.2 JTD (Giorgio) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| AdBlue top-upEmissions | every 15,000 km | €10–30 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Automatic transmission fluidTransmission | every 90,000 km | €200–450 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Roadworthiness tests by mileage
Share of tests in the United Kingdom (DVSA MOT, 2024) that this model failed because of each system. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and mileage. Sample: 6,742 tests.
| thousand km | 0–50 | 50–100 | 100–150 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 1.7 % | 2.3 % | 2.9 % |
| Suspension | 0.4 % | 0.8 % | 0.9 % |
| Steering | 0.0 % | 0.1 % | 0.2 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 5.2 % | 7.3 % | 8.5 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 3.9 % | 5.8 % | 7.9 % |
| Body and corrosion | 0.1 % | 0.3 % | 0.2 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 1.0 % | 1.1 % | 1.7 % |
Roadworthiness tests in the Netherlands by age
Share of this model's Dutch fleet that had a defect in each system at a roadworthiness test (APK) in 2025. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and fuel. Sample: 2,427 cars.
| age (years) | 3–5 | 6–8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 0.2 % | 2.0 % |
| Suspension | 0.0 % | 0.1 % |
| Steering | 0.0 % | 0.2 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 4.6 % | 10.6 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 3.2 % | 10.2 % |
| Body and corrosion | 0.0 % | 0.0 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 0.7 % | 1.8 % |
Most common engine versions in the EU
New cars of this generation registered in the EU, Iceland and Norway 2010–2025: 74,676, of which 153 in Croatia. The share shows how common each version is.
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 JTD (Giorgio)2.1 (2,143 cm³) · 110 kW (150 hp) · Diesel | 18.3 % | 2016–2020 | 122 g/km | — |
| 2.2 JTD (Giorgio)2.1 (2,143 cm³) · 132 kW (179 hp) · Diesel | 18.2 % | 2016–2022 | 108 g/km | — |
| 2.0 Turbo petrol (GME)2.0 (1,995 cm³) · 206 kW (280 hp) · Petrol | 17.3 % | 2016–2025 | 183 g/km | 8.0 L |
| 2.2 JTD (Giorgio)2.1 (2,143 cm³) · 154 kW (209 hp) · Diesel | 8.9 % | 2016–2025 | 133 g/km | 5.6 L |
| 2.2 JTD (Giorgio)2.1 (2,143 cm³) · 118 kW (160 hp) · Diesel | 8.6 % | 2018–2025 | 138 g/km | 5.1 L |
| 2.0 Turbo petrol (GME)2.0 (1,995 cm³) · 147 kW (200 hp) · Petrol | 6.9 % | 2016–2019 | 165 g/km | — |
| 2.0 Turbo petrol (GME)2.0 (1,995 cm³) · 148 kW (201 hp) · Petrol | 6.9 % | 2018–2024 | 175 g/km | 7.3 L |
| 2.2 JTD (Giorgio)2.1 (2,143 cm³) · 140 kW (190 hp) · Diesel | 5.4 % | 2018–2023 | 140 g/km | 5.1 L |
| 2.2 JTD (Giorgio)2.1 (2,143 cm³) · 100 kW (136 hp) · Diesel | 3.3 % | 2016–2021 | 130 g/km | 5.4 L |
| 2.2 JTD (Giorgio)2.1 (2,143 cm³) · 155 kW (211 hp) · Diesel | 2.2 % | 2018–2021 | 163 g/km | 6.0 L |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Owner complaints in the US
Which systems owners reported to the US agency NHTSA and at what mileage. Complaints are not confirmed faults and some relate to recalls. Sample: 92 complaints.
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (10). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Electronics / software Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio. Lane Keep Assist acoustic signal07/05/2025 · R/2025/496
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Affected vehicles equipped with the option BRM (carbon ceramic matrix brakes) may face a braking management issue due to unexpected control unit signals. This may potentially lead to a carbon ceramic disc rupture with a resultant risk of loss or degradation of braking performance.11/07/2023 · R/2023/205
- Lights The automatic headlight position sensors may not have been calibrated09/09/2022 · R/2022/215
- Fuel system Possibility of a fuel leak from the fuel pressure and temperature sensor25/01/2022 · R/2021/431
- Seat belt The vehicle may not comply with ECE Regulation 16 Amendment 07 where all seats must be equipped with a safety belt reminder function with visual and audible indication of seat belt status.10/09/2021 · R/2021/298
- Doors / locks / lids The seats may not lock in the correct position17/01/2020 · R/2019/379
- Fuel system Fuel leakage may occur20/12/2019 · R/2019/365
- Fuel system More fuel than actually present in the tank could be displayed on the instrument panel .27/09/2019 · R/2019/297
The other recalls (2) are listed in the app.
Common questions
Does the Alfa Romeo Giulia have a timing chain or a timing belt?
2.2 JTD (Giorgio): chain; 2.0 Turbo petrol (GME): chain.
What are the known problems with the Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The faults with the highest risk: DPF / EGR (120,000–200,000 km, €300–1,500). The full list by engine is on this page.
What does the Alfa Romeo Giulia most often fail its roadworthiness test on?
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 50–100 thousand km this model most often failed on: tyres and wheels (7.3 %), lights, wipers and visibility (5.8 %), brakes (2.3 %). It fails less often than average on: brakes, suspension.
What should you check when buying a used Alfa Romeo Giulia?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (10 have been published for this model). On the test drive, watch for these signs: DPF light, limp mode. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2017–Jeep Wrangler (JL) 2018–Maserati Grecale 2022–
Other Alfa Romeo models
Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2010–2020Alfa Romeo Tonale 2022–Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008–2018
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 08/10/2026