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2005-2008 Alfa Romeo 8C, Maserati Granturismo and others recall: rear

Maserati North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 13, 2013. It covers about 7,438 vehicles.

vehicles affected
7,438
reported
May 13, 2013
owners notified
Jun 27, 2013
related complaints
5

Suspension: rear

What is 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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 13V196000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about suspension problems.

2008 Alfa Romeo 8C2008 Maserati Granturismo2005 Maserati Quattroporte2006 Maserati Quattroporte2007 Maserati Quattroporte2008 Maserati Quattroporte

Questions about recall 13V196000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2008 Alfa Romeo 8C, Maserati Granturismo and others rear?

Yes. Recall 13V196000, reported on May 13, 2013, covers about 7,438 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V196000?

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 recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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