NHTSA Campaign 18V828000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported Nov 26, 2018 · 6,136 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles equipped with GME 280HP engines and All Wheel Drive ("AWD"). The brake fluid line may contact a coolant hose clamp, possibly causing brake fluid to leak onto the exhaust.

Consequence

Brake fluid leaking onto the exhaust can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket on the brake fluid line to prevent contact with the coolant hose clamp. If damage is found on the brake line, it will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB9.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
ALFA ROMEO GIULIA 2017 6,136
ALFA ROMEO GIULIA 2018 6,136

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V828000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.