Recall 04V-140
MASERATI NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2002 to 2004 Maserati Coupe and 1 other model: Steering.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-140
- Reported
- March 15, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 2,024 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, two of the four securing bolts in the steering assembly may not have had a locking compound applied to the threads prior to installation. As a result, the bolts may become loose when the cars are driven aggressively.
The risk
Such circumstances could lead to a reduction in vehicle control, which could result in a crash.
The fix
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TWO AFFECTED BOLTS. THE RECALL BEGAN MARCH 5, 2004. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Maserati recall no. 106.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Maserati Coupe 2002 to 2004
- Maserati Spyder 2002 to 2004