Make / Models / Years:
MASERATI / QUATTROPORTE / 2006
Manufacturer : MASERATI NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Manufacturer’s Report Number : 146.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 05V574000
Mfg's Report Date : DEC 23, 2005
Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected :169

Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, the power assist delivered by the steering rack may not be fully available while making extreme left hand turns for a prolonged period of time. An internal o-ring of the steering rack can become dislodged or dislocated causing a loss of power assist to the driver.

Consequence: Such circumstances could lead to a reduction in vehicle control, which could result in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering rack free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2006. Owners may contact Maserati at 1-201-816-2600.

Notes: Customers can 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 www.safecar.gov.