Maserati Ghibli recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 8, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Maserati North America, Inc. recalls 2015 Maserati Ghibli

Recall number

16V649000

Brand / firm

Maserati

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 7 units

Why it was recalled

Wheel bearing failure may adversely affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ghibli vehicles manufactured March 11, 2015, through May 14, 2015. The right and/or left front wheel bearings may have insufficient hardness, resulting in their premature failure.

What to do

Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front wheel bearings, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 310.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.