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Maserati Levante Recall 19V521: Headlights May Aim Too High, Dazzling Oncoming Drivers

NHTSA campaign 19V521, reported July 11, 2019, 427 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some headlights on these vehicles may be aimed higher than the legal maximum. Headlights set too high can reduce the visibility of other drivers on the road, which increases the risk of a crash.

Owners will be notified by mail, and an authorized dealer will adjust the headlights at no charge. If you have not received a notice, you can contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V521Maserati North America, Inc.
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Problem
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2019 Levante vehicles equipped with full LED headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFLS). The headlights may be misadjusted above the maximum height allowed, possibly impairing other driver's visibility on the roadway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Affecting the visibility of oncoming traffic can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the headlights, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 387.
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 Levante2019