Safety Recall NHTSA · 11V406000 Reported August 5, 2011

Rear suspension tie rods

Maserati North America, Inc. · Steering · 763 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
11V406000
Manufacturer Campaign
196
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
763
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 5, 2011

Defect Summary

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 Consequence

A failed tie-rod could lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Maserati North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 11V406000 or campaign 196.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 11V406000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 11V406000?

NHTSA recall 11V406000 was issued by Maserati North America, Inc. on August 5, 2011. It addresses: Rear suspension tie rods. The recall affects approximately 763 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Maserati North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V406000 or the manufacturer campaign number 196. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.