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Maserati Ghibli Recall 16V840: Tires may crack on sidewall, causing air loss and crash risk

NHTSA campaign 16V840, reported November 21, 2016, 1,861 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain Pirelli P Zero All Season tires, size 275/40R19 101W, may develop cracks in the lower sidewall. The cracks can lead to a loss of air in the tire.

A loss of air may cause tire failure or a loss of vehicle control, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take the warning seriously and not ignore any sign of a tire losing pressure.

Maserati will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will replace the affected tires free of charge. Owners can contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737 and reference recall number 324. You can also check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V840Maserati North America, Inc.
Component
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Problem
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ghibli and Quattroporte vehicles and one model year 2016 Ghibli vehicle manufactured February 29, 2016, to October 29, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with certain Pirelli P Zero All Season tires, size 275/40R19 101W, that may develop cracks in their lower sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air.
Risk
A loss of air may result in tire failure or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 324.
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.

Affected vehicles

Maserati Ghibli20162017
Maserati Quattroporte2017