Ithink the reduced reliability is only an issue if you are constantly flooring and redlining your "chipped" engine. My thoughts are that the Stelvio 2.0 turbo already produces 280 hp vs. 252 for Audi's 2.0 turbo- so in essence Alfa is likely already allowing higher boost than Audi. 158posts · Joined 2019. #3 · Jul 23, 2019. I love my Alfa, love it! And I have had no problems on my Stelvio QV worth mentioning. But if I see "it can happen to any car" one more time on this forum, I'm gone. "Whatabout-ism" is killing off Alfa Romeo day by day in the US. Instead of fanboi inanity, FCA needs to address the mounting Iveowned Alfas for past 4 years. Zero Reliability problems except bad battery (well known issue). My last Alfa I changed the battery myself and no more issue, but I do understand that most of time these are covered under warranty. BUY your Stelvio. It will make you happy. And just have a new battery installed and you will be golden. AlfaRomeo Stelvio Reliability. Keeping up with consumers’ insatiable demand for SUVs, Alfa Romeo introduces the compact Stelvio for the 2018 model year. CR gives the 2018 Stelvio a 1.0 rating (out of 5.0) for reliability, citing issues with the fuel system and drive train. Additional reports cite an infotainment system malfunction and Ifyou go look for a used Alfa Romeo, whether it's the use Alfa Romeo Giulia, an Alfa Romeo Stelvio, or another model, you're going to find that they're fair 1 Fuel Leaks. The Stelvio has also proven not always to be a leak-free car. One such instance was a recall under number 21V878000. This recall involves the fuel Notto mention the increased use of robotics to physically build the end product. For all that, though, there's still some suspicion – if not resentment – towards the Alfa Romeo badge. For the record, Alfa Romeo was ranked number one in the luxury segment in Sales Satisfaction Index for 2022 in the USA in the annual survey by JD Power. So you’re considering purchasing a 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, but you’re worried about its reliability due to the brand’s past reputation for maintenance issues. Well, we’re here to ease your concerns and provide you with all the necessary information you need regarding Stelvio’s warranty and maintenance coverage. 2018Stelvio Quadrifoglio which is still under US warranty (26k miles and purchased May 2019). Ignored by US Customer Care for 3 years. Entire front end and engine removed/opened twice in the last year. 38 days at the dealer for this engine removal and counting; more than 60 days at the dealer in the last year. Myexperience with the Stelvio is that it is safe and reliable. I had a 2018 visconti verde with 32K on the odometer with zero issues until I fell asleep behind the wheel and ran off the road into the woods. 2019 - Now: Alfa Romeo Stelvio Q4 Ti Sport (wife wanted more trunk space!) 2017 - 2019: Alfa Romeo Giulia Q4 Ti Sport. Save Share vsMIzZ.