NHTSA Campaign Id 05V574000; Date: Dec. 30, 2005
Such circumstances could lead to a reduction in vehicle control, which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:2006 Maserati Quattroporte
Component: Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Maserati North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 169
Recall Summary:On certain passenger vehicles, the power assist delivered by the steering rack may not be fully available while making extreme left hand turns for a prolonged period of time. An internal o-ring of the steering rack can become dislodged or dislocated causing a loss of power assist to the driver.
How to Fix:Dealers will replace the steering rack free of charge. The recall began on January 3, 2006. Owners may contact maserati at 1-201-816-2600.
Recall Notes:Maserati recall no. 146. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 3, 2006
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