Alfa Romeo Stelvio: Structure — hatchback/liftgate

Affects Alfa Romeo Stelvio · 2018 — about 13K vehicles.

The hazard

Corrosion at the connectors may cause the liftgate to unintentionally open while moving at speeds of less than 3 miles per hour, allowing cargo to fall out of the vehicle, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install additional protection against water leaking into the liftgate wiring connectors and switch, free of charge. The recall began April 25, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U34.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational