Maserati Quattroporte recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 28, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Maserati North America, Inc. recalls 2017 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli

Recall number

16V856000

Brand / firm

Maserati

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 326 units

Why it was recalled

A loose pinion gear may bind, possibly resulting in the rear wheels locking up and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2017 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured July 1, 2016, to October 12, 2016. The rear differential unit pinion nut may not have been properly tightened, allowing the pinion nut to loosen.

What to do

Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear differential unit pinion nut torque, and, as necessary, replace the rear differential unit, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 328.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.