NHTSA Recall 09V001000: Suspension: lower ball joint
MASERATI NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,912 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Alfa Romeo 8C.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V001000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 183 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › LOWER BALL JOINT |
| Report received | January 6, 2009 |
| Owner notification | February 13, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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 customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V001000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Alfa Romeo 8C | 2008 |
| Maserati Granturismo | 2008 |
| Maserati Quattroporte | 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Maserati Quattroportes | 2005 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.