NHTSA Recall 09V001000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V001000; Date: Jan. 6, 2009
In time, this could lead to noise, steering wheel vibration, and failure of the ball joint stud resulting in damage or separation of the suspension arm. This could result in a loss of steering capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Alfa Romeo 8C; 2008 Maserati Granturismo; 2006 Maserati Quattroporte; 2007 Maserati Quattroporte; 2008 Maserati Quattroporte; 2005 Maserati Quattroportes
Component: Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint
Manufactured by: Maserati North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 7,912
Recall Summary:
Maserati is recalling 7,912 my 2008 gran turismo, quattroporte, and alfa romeo vehicles. Incorrectly torqued upper and lower ball joint nuts may cause the ball joint nuts to loosen.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the torque of the front/rear upper and lower ball joint nuts and, if necessary, replace the suspension arms and hub carrier. The recall is expected to begin during February 2009. Owners may contact maserati at 1-201-816-2600.
Recall Notes:
Maserati recall no. 183. 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: Feb 13, 2009
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