Vehicles Affected: Approximately 1,700 model-year 2016-17 Maserati Ghibli and model-year 2017 Quattroporte luxury sedans manufactured between Feb. 29 and Oct. 29, 2016, and equipped with size 275/40R19 101W Pirelli P Zero All Season tires
The Problem: The tires may develop cracks in the lower sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air leading to tire failure or loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will replace the affected tires for free.
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