2009 MASERATI GRANTURISMO Recalls (3)

Campaign:
09V092000 on 03/19/2009
Component:
Electrical system: instrument panel
Manufactured:
10/01/2008 - 02/18/2009
Affected:
824
Defect:
Maserati is recalling 824 my 2009 granturismo vehicles equipped with the optional front parking sensor system. these vehicles were manufactured with faulty instrument cluster control module software which affects the functionality of the seat belt warning buzzer's ability to activate, thereby not properly warning when the seat belts are not engaged.
Consequence:
If the buzzer does not sound, occupants may fail to buckle the seat belts adequately, resulting in greater risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will upload a new software into the vehicle's instrument cluster control module unit. the recall is expected to begin during april 2009. owners may contact maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
Notes:
Maserati recall no. 185.owners may 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Campaign:
11V406000 on 08/10/2011
Component:
Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Manufactured:
07/02/2008 - 09/29/2008
Affected:
763
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
A failed tie-rod could lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Maserati's safety recall number is 196.owners may 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Campaign:
12V024000 on 01/26/2012
Component:
Exterior lighting:tail lights
Affected:
1,768
Defect:
Maserati is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 granturismo and granturismo convertible vehicles manufactured from june 2008 to march 2010. due to a faulty lamp assembly, the rear lights (both tail and brake) may fail.
Consequence:
Tail and/or brake lamp failure could lead to reduced vehicle visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Maserati will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace affected rear tail lamp assemblies free of charge. the safety recall began on february 29, 2012. owners may contact maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
Notes:
Maserati's safety recall number is 198.owners may 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

2009 MASERATI GRANTURISMO TSBs (6)

Bulletin:
MTB-201021
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Maserati: torque specs reminder. *rm
Bulletin:
MTB-153
Component:
107000 power train:axle hubs
Summary:
Maserati: new procedure to avoid the unnecessary replacement of the rear hub holder. heli-coil installation procedure attached in the bulletin. *kb
Bulletin:
MAS001319
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Notification of changes to the online documentation sites techint and techdoc.
Bulletin:
MAS001361
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Notification of diagnostic server downtime for maintenance.
Bulletin:
MAS001338
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
New guidelines for use of blue-on-line technical support requests and warranty requests for authorization.
Bulletin:
MTB-200917G
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Technical bulletin on updated process for engine variator noise issues

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