NHTSA recall 18V828000
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
Alfa Romeo Giulia
Reported Nov 26, 20186,136 vehicles affectedChrysler (FCA US LLC)Maker’s number UB9Built Sep 7, 2016 – Sep 18, 2017
The defect
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.
The risk
Brake fluid leaking onto the exhaust can increase the risk of a fire.
The 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.
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust systemService brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Hydraulic › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings