The problem
Maserati is recalling 7,912 my 2008 gran turismo, quattroporte, and Alfa Romeo vehicles. Incorrectly torqued upper and lower ball joint nuts May cause the ball joint nuts to loosen.
The risk
In time, this could lead to noise, steering wheel vibration, and failure of the ball joint stud resulting in damage or separation of the suspension arm. This could result in a loss of steering capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TORQUE OF THE FRONT/REAR UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINT NUTS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE SUSPENSION ARMS AND HUB CARRIER. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2009. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 09V-001 (09V001000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 183 |
| Manufacturer | Maserati North America, Inc. |
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint |
| Report date | January 6, 2009 |
| Owners notified | February 13, 2009 |
| Vehicles affected | 7,912 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2008 Maserati Granturismo
- 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
- 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
- 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
Plus 2 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 09V-001 repair free?
Yes. Maserati dealers will fix the problem at no cost: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TORQUE OF THE FRONT/REAR UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINT NUTS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE SUSPENSION ARMS AND HUB CARRIER. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2009.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 7,912 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.