Safety Recall NHTSA · 96V140000 Reported July 23, 1996

Alfa romeo/fuel:fuel tank assembly:pipe:filler

Alfa Romeo, Incorporated · Fuel System, Gasoline · 5,965 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
96V140000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
5,965
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 23, 1996

Defect Summary

The rubber fuel filler pipe can become brittle and allow fuel to leak.

Safety Consequence

If fuel leakage occurs and an ignition source is present, a fire could occur.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the fuel filler pipe.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Alfa Romeo, Incorporated dealer and reference recall ID 96V140000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 96V140000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 96V140000?

NHTSA recall 96V140000 was issued by Alfa Romeo, Incorporated on July 23, 1996. It addresses: Alfa romeo/fuel:fuel tank assembly:pipe:filler. The recall affects approximately 5,965 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 96V140000 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.