Recall 16V-840: 2016–2017 Maserati Ghibli, 2017 Maserati Quattroporte

Maserati North America, Inc. recall for tires, reported to NHTSA on Nov 21, 2016, covering about 1,861 vehicles.

NHTSA number
16V-840
Report date
Nov 21, 2016
Vehicles affected
1,861
Owners notified
Dec 30, 2016

The problem

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ghibli and Quattroporte vehicles and one model year 2016 Ghibli vehicle manufactured February 29, 2016, to October 29, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with certain Pirelli P Zero All Season tires, size 275/40R19 101W, that may develop cracks in their lower sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air.

The risk

A loss of air may result in tire failure or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 324.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerMaserati North America, Inc.
ComponentTires › Sidewall
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number16V840000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Maserati Ghibli2016, 2017All years
Maserati Quattroporte2017All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 16V-840?

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ghibli and Quattroporte vehicles and one model year 2016 Ghibli vehicle manufactured February 29, 2016, to October 29, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with certain Pirelli P Zero All Season tires, size 275/40R19 101W, that may develop cracks in their lower sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air.

How is recall 16V-840 fixed?

Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 324.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.