Service Bulletin

2023-2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Park Assist Inoperative TSB

A Manufacturer Communication (TSB) addresses the issue of inoperative Park Assist systems in 2023-2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. This can be caused by a short circuit to ground or an open circuit, leading to diagnostic trouble codes in the Park Assist Module (PAM).

ByAhmet Topcu — Founder & Editor-in-ChiefAutomated summary2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio — Alfa Romeo Stelvio Park Assist
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Owners of 2023-2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles may experience an issue where the Parksense/Park Assist system becomes inoperative. This concern is addressed by Manufacturer Communication 10243160, which provides guidance for diagnosing and resolving the problem. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio Park Assist system is a crucial safety feature, and its malfunction can impact parking assistance and overall vehicle safety.

Symptoms

If your Alfa Romeo Stelvio Park Assist system is not functioning, you may notice the following:

  • The Parksense/Park Assist system is completely inoperative.
  • Warning messages related to the parking assist system may appear on the instrument cluster.

The underlying cause is often described as a "Short Circuit To Ground Or Open Circuit DTC Set For All Sensor In the Park Assist Module (PAM)". This indicates an electrical fault affecting the sensors connected to the Park Assist Module (PAM).

Fault Codes / DTCs

When the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Park Assist system experiences this issue, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) will be set. These DTCs indicate a short circuit to ground or an open circuit condition affecting all sensors within the Park Assist Module (PAM).

Diagnosis

Technicians will typically diagnose this issue by checking for the presence of DTCs related to the Park Assist Module (PAM) and its sensors. The focus will be on identifying short circuits to ground or open circuits that prevent the sensors from operating correctly. This diagnostic process ensures that the root cause of the inoperative Alfa Romeo Stelvio Park Assist is accurately identified.

Repair Procedure Summary

The Manufacturer Communication 10243160 outlines the necessary steps for dealers to diagnose and repair the inoperative Parksense/Park Assist system. While specific repair details are not provided in the summary, the procedure involves addressing the identified electrical faults, such as short circuits or open circuits, within the Park Assist Module (PAM) or its associated wiring and sensors.

Owner Action

If you are experiencing an inoperative Alfa Romeo Stelvio Park Assist system in your 2023-2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, it is recommended to schedule an appointment with an authorized Alfa Romeo dealership. They have access to the full Manufacturer Communication 10243160 and the specialized tools required to properly diagnose and repair this electrical system issue. It is important to address parking assist malfunctions promptly to maintain the full functionality of your vehicle's safety features.

Source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10243160.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'Parksense/Park Assist Is Inoperative' mean for my Alfa Romeo Stelvio?
This means your vehicle's parking assistance system, which uses sensors to help you park, is not working. You may not receive audio or visual warnings when close to obstacles, potentially making parking more difficult or risky.
Which Alfa Romeo Stelvio models are affected by this Park Assist problem?
This issue, as described in NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10243160, specifically affects 2023 and 2024 model year Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles.
What causes the 'Short Circuit To Ground Or Open Circuit DTC Set For All Sensor In the Park Assist Module (PAM)'?
This indicates an electrical fault within the Park Assist Module (PAM) or its wiring. A 'short circuit to ground' means an unintended electrical connection to the vehicle's chassis, while an 'open circuit' means a break in the electrical connection, both preventing the parking sensors from functioning correctly.
What should I do if my Alfa Romeo Stelvio's Park Assist system is not working?
If your **Alfa Romeo Stelvio Park Assist** system is inoperative, you should contact an authorized Alfa Romeo dealership. They can diagnose the issue using the information provided in Manufacturer Communication 10243160 and perform the necessary repairs to restore functionality.

What Alfa Romeo Stelvio owners report

Counted from the records in our database across 8 model years.

215
Owner complaints
18
Recalls
323
Service bulletins
8
Crashes reported
4
Fires reported
7
Injuries reported

The 2023 model year

6 complaints, the 6th most of 8 model years on file. Owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries for this year, which also has 4 recalls on file.

Back Over Prevention and Electrical System, the system this article covers, accounts for 66 of 215 complaints (31%), including 4 for 2023.

Complaints by model year

Model years with the most complaints for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio
2018135
201936
202019
20217
20228
20236
20242
20252

Most-reported systems

  1. Engine — 65
  2. Electrical System — 64
  3. Fuel System — 48
  4. Gasoline — 48
  5. Fuel/Propulsion System — 43

Latest recalls for the 2023 model year

  • 25V667000 — Back Over Prevention (Oct 2025)
  • 24V857000 — Equipment (Nov 2024)
  • 24V510000 — Air Bags (Jul 2024)
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Recent owner reports about back over prevention and electrical system

2023 alfa romeo stelvio estrema - informant system, which includes the back up camera view has fully malfunctioned and blank causing a back up assistance hazard.

2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio owner, Mar 2026

The back up camera has failed to display on the radio screen when the vehicle is placed in reverse on multiple occasions. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio has poor rear visibility due to a small rear window placed at a relatively shallow angle making the backup camera…

2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio owner, Oct 2024
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Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.

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