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NHTSA Recall 18V173000: Software (electrical system) and engine (engine and engine cooling)

Maserati North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,044 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Maserati Ghibli.

9,044
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2018
owners notified (May 18)
NHTSA campaign18V173000
Manufacturer campaign365
ComponentsELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE
Report receivedMarch 14, 2018
Owner notificationMay 18, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2017 Quattroporte vehicles equipped with V6 engines and Maserati Ghibli vehicles. Due to an engine software problem, at slow speeds such as stop-and-go traffic, the transmission may unexpectedly shift into neutral or park, or the engine may shut off.

Safety risk

If the transmission shifts into neutral or park unexpectedly, or if the engine shuts down without warning, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the software for the engine control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 365.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V173000

Make and modelModel years
Maserati Ghibli2017
Maserati Quattroporte2017

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.