Recall Alert: 2009 Maserati GranTurismo, Quattroporte

Maserati is recalling 763 GranTurismo and Quattroporte vehicles from the 2009 model year because the tie rods in the rear suspension could fail, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

In the affected vehicles, which were built between July 3 and Sept. 30, 2008, the left- and right-side wheel alignment toe-in tie rods may be incorrectly matched. Driving with the tie rods over rough roads, such as potholes, could damage them over time and cause them to fail. If this happens, the driver may lose control of the car.

The recall is expected to begin next month. Dealers will replace the affected tie rods, install a tie-rod kit and perform a wheel alignment for free. For more info, owners can call Maserati at 201-816-2600 or NHTSA’s vehicle safety hotline at 888-327-4236.