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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 13V196📅 May 14, 2013

2005–2008 Maserati Quattroporte & 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C + 1 more recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

Failure of the tie rods may result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
13V196000
Manufacturer recall #
205
Manufacturer
Maserati North America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
7,438
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Owner phone
1-877-696-2737
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 27, 2013
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 13V196 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 13V196?

2005–2008 Maserati Quattroporte & 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C + 1 more. 7,438 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Alfa Romeo dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-877-696-2737.