Recall 17V-046: 2014–2017 Maserati Ghibli, 2017 Maserati Levante and 1 more

Maserati North America, Inc. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Jan 20, 2017, covering about 39,381 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-046
Report date
Jan 20, 2017
Vehicles affected
39,381
Owners notified
Jun 26, 2017

The problem

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Quattroporte and Ghibli, and 2017 Levante vehicles. Adjusting the front seats may cause the seat wiring harness to rub, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

The risk

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the seat wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 342.

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.
ComponentSeats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust
Electrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V046000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Maserati Ghibli2014, 2015, 2016, 2017All years
Maserati Levante2017All years
Maserati Quattroporte2014, 2015, 2016, 2017All 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 17V-046?

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Quattroporte and Ghibli, and 2017 Levante vehicles. Adjusting the front seats may cause the seat wiring harness to rub, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

How is recall 17V-046 fixed?

Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the seat wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 342.

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.