Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V517000 Reported October 28, 2004

Maserati/door handles

Maserati North America, Inc. · Latches/locks/linkages · 58 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04V517000
Manufacturer Campaign
128
Component
Latches/locks/linkages
Vehicles Affected
58
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 28, 2004

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, the internal wiring harness of the outer door handles may accidentally short circuit and open the electrical switch of the door.

Safety Consequence

The door might open without any action from the vehicle occupant.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the four door handles on these vehicles. the recall began on november 10, 2004. owners may contact maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Maserati North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 04V517000 or campaign 128.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04V517000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04V517000?

NHTSA recall 04V517000 was issued by Maserati North America, Inc. on October 28, 2004. It addresses: Maserati/door handles. The recall affects approximately 58 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Maserati North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V517000 or the manufacturer campaign number 128. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.