NHTSA Recall 11V406000: Tie rod assembly (steering)
MASERATI NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 763 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Maserati Granturismo.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V406000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 196 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | August 5, 2011 |
| Owner notification | September 9, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Maserati is recalling certain model year 2009 granturismo and quattroporte vehicles manufactured from july 3, 2008, through september 30, 2008. The rear suspension left-side and right-side wheel alignment toe-in tie- rods may fail due to incorrect machining.
Safety risk
A failed tie-rod could lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED TIE-RODS, INSTALL A TIE-ROD KIT AND PERFORM A WHEEL ALIGNMENT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2011. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
Notes
Maserati's safety recall number is 196.owners 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 11V406000
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.