Maserati Quattroporte recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 14, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

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

Recall number

18V173000

Brand / firm

Maserati

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 9,044 units

Why it was recalled

If the transmission shifts into neutral or park unexpectedly, or if the engine shuts down without warning, it can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2017 Quattroporte vehicles equipped with V6 engines and Maserati Ghibli vehicles. Due to an engine software problem, at slow speeds such as stop-and-go traffic, the transmission may unexpectedly shift into neutral or park, or the engine may shut off.

What to do

Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the software for the engine control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 365.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.