All Reported Problems
Every documented issue for this vehicle, organized by category
Interface Friction
3 issues reported
The paddle shifters mounted behind the steering wheel for manual gear changes feel cheap and plastic-y to the touch.
The radio unit in the infotainment system looks outdated, resembling designs from mid-1990s cars.
The air conditioning controls are poorly designed and low quality.
OTA Behavior
1 issue reported
The Alfa Romeo Spider's over-the-air (OTA) software update system allows the manufacturer to push updates remotely at any time. Owners complain that these updates occur without prior notice or consent...
Privacy & Surveillance
6 issues reported
The vehicle's Uconnect system collects data including location information even before purchase, during use, and after Uconnect services are canceled, for diagnostics and vehicle health. This collecti...
Users must consent to FCA US collecting, using, disclosing, and sharing vehicle data including location per the Uconnect Privacy Policy to use any services. Opting out requires fully canceling all Uco...
Vehicle performance, location, and feature utilization data is shared with third parties via Sprint to FCA US for product improvement. Sprint also shares location with third parties as described in th...
Calls to Uconnect/FCA US Customer Care and roadside assistance are recorded and monitored, with recordings potentially shared per legal requirements. Consent to this is ongoing upon using the services...
In stolen vehicle assistance, Uconnect discloses location, prior locations, speed, and direction to U.S. law enforcement for about 30 days.
Third-party applications integrated with Uconnect may access, collect, use, or disclose personal information including location to app providers or other third parties.
Remote Control Capability
1 issue reported
Uconnect is the remote control system in the Alfa Romeo Spider that provides connected services like remote start and app control. Owners complain that the service provider (Sprint/FCA US) can modify,...
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