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Alfa Romeo Stelvio Recall 18V635: Coolant hose may leak, causing overheating and stalling

NHTSA campaign 18V635, reported September 14, 2018, 674 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio vehicles may have an engine cooling hose with inadequate webbing material, which can allow the hose to leak coolant.

A loss of coolant can cause the engine to overheat and the vehicle to stall, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should watch for signs of a coolant leak or overheating and check whether their vehicle is affected by this recall.

Chrysler will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the coolant hose free of charge. You can also check your VIN for open recalls and contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (recall number U99).

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V635Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio vehicles. The engine cooling hose may have inadequate webbing material allowing a coolant leak.
Risk
A loss of coolant can cause the engine to overheat and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant hose, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U99.
Notes
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

Alfa Romeo Stelvio20182019