Model year guide

1991 Alfa Romeo 164

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

1991 Alfa Romeo 164 — representative photo
Representative photo

1991 Alfa Romeo 164 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints9
Combined18–19 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1991 Alfa Romeo 164 recalls 2

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap NHTSA Campaign #96V140000 · 23/07/1996

THE RUBBER FUEL FILLER PIPE CAN BECOME BRITTLE AND ALLOW FUEL TO LEAK.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER PIPE.

Exterior Lighting:headlights:switch NHTSA Campaign #91V019000 · 14/01/1991

HEADLIGHT SWITCH COULD MALFUNCTION CAUSING SUDDEN HIGH BEAMS FAILURE.

Fix: REPLACE HEADLIGHTS SWITCH.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1991 Alfa Romeo 164 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

1991 Alfa Romeo 164 MPG & running costs

Combined18–19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,483
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Passenger volume88 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,417 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,415
Fuel only$22,415
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
167.7 in
Width
63.8 in
Height
49.6 in
Wheelbase
88.6 in
Curb weight
2,549 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

About the Alfa Romeo 164

The Alfa Romeo 164 is a four-door executive saloon manufactured and marketed by Italian automaker Alfa Romeo from 1987 to 1998, styled by Pininfarina, and cooperatively designed and sharing platforms and numerous elements with the Fiat Croma, Saab 9000 and Lancia Thema.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1991 Alfa Romeo 164 vehicles on record

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Other Alfa Romeo 164 model years

1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1990 1989

1991 Alfa Romeo 164 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Alfa Romeo 164?

Across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, air bags, fuel system.

What gas mileage does the 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 get?

The 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.