Maserati Quattroporte recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 20, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Maserati North America, Inc. recalls 2014–2017 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli, Levante

Recall number

17V046000

Brand / firm

Maserati

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 39,381 units

Why it was recalled

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Quattroporte and Ghibli, and 2017 Levante vehicles. Adjusting the front seats may cause the seat wiring harness to rub, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

What to do

Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the seat wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 342.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.