NHTSA recall 09V001000
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
Alfa Romeo 8C and 3 more
Reported Jan 6, 20097,912 vehicles affectedMASERATI NORTH AMERICA, INC.Maker’s number 183
The defect
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 remedy
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.