2017 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a high-performance hatchback that offers a luxurious interior and sharp handling. It is powered by a turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine with 170 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission or an optional six-speed automatic transmission.
Engine
1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo
- Oil Leaks
- Description/Symptoms: Leaks from the valve cover gasket or oil pan gasket
- Solution: Replace the leaking gasket
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
- Recalls: None Found
- Turbocharger Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Reduced engine power, check engine light, whistling or screeching sounds
- Solution: Replace the turbocharger
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Oil Leaks
No Other Engine Options
Transmission
Six-Speed Manual
- Shifting Issues
- Description/Symptoms: Difficulty engaging gears, grinding noises
- Solution: Replace the shifter linkage or transmission gears
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Shifting Issues
Six-Speed Automatic
- Transmission Slipping
- Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping out of gear, erratic shifting
- Solution: Rebuild or replace the transmission
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Transmission Slipping
No Other Transmission Options
Suspension
- No Issues Found
Electrical
- Battery Drain
- Description/Symptoms: Battery loses power after sitting for an extended period
- Solution: Replace the battery or identify and fix the source of the drain
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
- Recalls: None Found
- Electrical Gremlins
- Description/Symptoms: Random electrical malfunctions, flickering lights, etc.
- Solution: Diagnose and repair the specific electrical issue
- Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the issue
- Recalls: None Found
Exterior
- No Issues Found
Interior
- Dashboard Squeaks and Rattles
- Description/Symptoms: Noises coming from the dashboard when driving over rough roads
- Solution: Tighten or replace the dashboard components
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
- Recalls: None Found
Summary
The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a stylish and fun-to-drive hatchback, but it does come with some potential issues. The most common problems owners have experienced include oil leaks, turbocharger failures, shifting issues, electrical gremlins, and dashboard squeaks and rattles. While these issues can be inconvenient and expensive to fix, they do not seem to be widespread or severe enough to warrant a widespread recall. Overall, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a solid choice for drivers who value performance and style.