Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio recall: 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.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- 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.
- What to do
- Contact a Alfa Romeo dealer to book the free repair. Reprogramme the BSM (Braking System Module) with updated Software.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
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.
The fix
Reprogramme the BSM (Braking System Module) with updated Software.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giulia | 22 Dec 2015 | 23 Nov 2020 | 100 |
| Stelvio | 7 Sep 2017 | 23 Nov 2020 | 100 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 11 July 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.