Alfa RomeoGiulia20172.9L/alfa-romeo/giulia/2017/2-9l/
GA platform

2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia — 2.9L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 Giulia 2.9L.

Engine 2.9LTransmission Automatic 8-spd

The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia is built on the GA platform and is powered by a 2.9‑liter engine mated to an eight‑speed automatic transmission, delivering an EPA rating of 17 mpg city, 24 mpg highway and a combined 20 mpg. While its chassis provides the handling balance expected of a compact executive sedan, the model recorded 65 owner complaints overall, with the fuel‑propulsion system emerging as the most frequent issue and five recalls issued during its lifecycle. Looking across the 2017‑2019 complaint window, the Giulia peaked at 84 complaints in 2018 before dropping to a low of 42 in 2019, indicating that the 2017 year sits toward the higher‑end of the model’s early reliability spectrum and suggests a modest improvement trend for subsequent model years.

Model year201920182017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy17/24/20 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04892339BE alt 68306361AA
Engine air filter68301540AA alt 68301538AA
Fuel filter68255394AA
Spark plug68316113AA alt 68292346AA
BatteryBBH8E001AA
Front wiper blades68598539AA
Serpentine belt68320630AA alt 68326261AA
Thermostat68463961AA alt 68328498AA
Cabin air filter68444656AA alt 68392124AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined17 / 24 / 20 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume100 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent published road-test results.

3.6–3.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.60 sec — 2017 Quadrifoglio Sedan
505 hpHorsepower (as tested)
443 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017Quadrifoglio Sedan 2.9L Twin-Turbo V63.60 sec11.90 sec505 hpRWD
2017Quadrifoglio Sedan 2.9L Twin-Turbo V63.70 sec11.90 sec505 hpRWD
2017Quadrifoglio Sedan 2.9L Twin-Turbo V63.80 sec12.10 sec505 hpRWD
2017Quadrifoglio Sedan 2.9L Twin-Turbo V63.80 sec12.00 sec505 hpRWD
2017Quadrifoglio Sedan 2.9L Twin-Turbo V63.90 sec12.10 sec505 hpRWD
2018Quadrifoglio Sedan 2.9L Twin-Turbo V63.60 sec11.80 sec505 hpRWD
2019Quadrifoglio Sedan 2.9L Twin-Turbo V63.80 sec12.10 sec505 hpRWD
2020Quadrifoglio Sedan 2.9L Twin-Turbo V63.70 sec11.90 sec505 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque the oil drain plug to 20.0 ft-lbs. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs89 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)22.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)33.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts67.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pan to Block Bolts6.9 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug20.0 ft-lbs

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages
114.7 ft. lbs.14.7 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
390 degrees90 degrees
490 degrees90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 10,000 miWindshield Washer System (inspect) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Underbody (inspect) · Windshield Washer System (inspect) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 30,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 36,000 miDrive Belt (replace)
Every 80,000 miTransfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia, as the debut model year, logged 65 complaints and 5 recalls—fewer complaints than the 84 reported for 2018, but more than the 42 for 2019. Recalls followed a similar arc, peaking at 9 in 2018 before settling to 7 in 2019, while technical service bulletins rose steadily from 121 to 149 over the three years, suggesting ongoing refinement. The 2017 model’s top complaint areas centered on the fuel/propulsion system and engine, with 7 crash-related complaints, though the data does not specify root causes. Positioned before the spike in 2018 issues, the 2017 Giulia appears less problematic than its immediate successor but still carries the inherent risks of a first-year launch. If you’re set on an early Giulia, a 2017 with a clean recall history may be a reasonable choice, but a 2019 offers a more mature version with fewer reported complaints.

5
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
121
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
65
Owner complaints
7 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 65 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Fuel/Propulsion System9
Unknown Or Other7
Engine5
Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System5
Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System4
Electrical System,Engine3
Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System3
Electrical System3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 7 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V636000Electrical System:WiringReported 14/09/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles, equipped with 2.0L engines. These engines may misfire causing the catalytic converter to overheat, possibly… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles for diagnostic codes, and update the engine control module software, free of charge. The recall began October…

18V828000Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust SystemReported 26/11/2018

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… 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 121 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S1408000384 REV.H2025-01-25Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State…
S1705000002 REV.A2025-01-24Service BrakesFront Brake Pulsation and/or Clunk Noise
91004682024-12-16Unknown Or OtherFUEL VAPOR CANISTER FILTER EVAP Fuel Filters are to be checked for restriction / blockage…
S23080000892023-07-21Electrical SystemThe Replacement BCM Front Harness Is Not The Same As The Original
08164232023-07-12VisibilityHumidity Sensor Harness Missing Technician may have issues re-establishing the connection…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2017 Giulia have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2.9L get?

EPA figures are 17 city / 24 highway / 20 combined mpg.