Fuel:fuel pump
Defect Summary
Due to installation difficulties during modification of the fuel pump, the pump may have been misaligned. Certain adverse conditions or high loads such as trailer towing, motor sports events, or other driving modes which impose abnormally high loads on the vehicles, combined with low levels of fuel in the tank, may cause lack of vehicle power and stalling.
Corrective Action
The dealer will replace the submerged fuel pump support bracket with a newly designed type which avoids installation difficulities. This will be done without charge.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Alfa Romeo, Incorporated or involving Fuel System, Gasoline.
FAQ: Recall 80V164000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 80V164000?
NHTSA recall 80V164000 was issued by Alfa Romeo, Incorporated on December 12, 1980. It addresses: Fuel:fuel pump. The recall affects approximately 6,412 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Alfa Romeo, Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 80V164000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.