Defect Description
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Levante, Quattroporte, and Ghibli vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Safety Consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 434.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | MASERATI | GHIBLI |
| 2021 | MASERATI | LEVANTE |
| 2021 | MASERATI | QUATTROPORTE |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.