Maserati Recall 16V-649: Suspension – wheel bearing

Affected: 2015 Maserati Ghibli. Filed with NHTSA on September 8, 2016, covering about 7 vehicles.

The problem

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ghibli vehicles manufactured March 11, 2015, through May 14, 2015. The right and/or left front wheel bearings may have insufficient hardness, resulting in their premature failure.

The risk

Wheel bearing failure may adversely affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front wheel bearings, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 310.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign16V-649 (16V649000)
Manufacturer number310
ManufacturerMaserati North America, Inc.
ComponentSuspension › Front › Wheel bearing
Report dateSeptember 8, 2016
Owners notifiedSeptember 30, 2016
Vehicles affected7
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the suspension

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 16V-649 repair free?

Yes. Maserati dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front wheel bearings, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 7 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.