Report Date
May 13, 2013
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Affected Vehicles
6
Defect Description
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Quattroporte, 2008 Granturismo, and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C vehicles. The rear tie rod assemblies may have insufficient anti-corrosion material applied, allowing them to weaken and possibly fail.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the tie rods may result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Maserati will notify owners and dealers will replace the tie rod assemblies. The recall began on June 27, 2013. Customers may contact Maserati at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's recall campaign number is 205.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | MASERATI | QUATTROPORTE |
| 2006 | MASERATI | QUATTROPORTE |
| 2007 | MASERATI | QUATTROPORTE |
| 2008 | ALFA ROMEO | 8C |
| 2008 | MASERATI | GRANTURISMO |
| 2008 | MASERATI | QUATTROPORTE |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.