Improperly torqued rear tie rod bolt
Defect Summary
Maserati north america, inc. (maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 quattroporte and ghibli vehicles manufactured february 1, 2013, to september 18, 2015. during the assembly process, the rear tie-rod to hub assembly attaching bolt may not have been properly tightened.
Safety Consequence
An improperly tightened rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly attaching bolt may allow the tie-rod to separate from the hub carrier, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly attaching bolts to verify that they are properly tightened, replacing the rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2016. owners may contact maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. maserati's number for this recall is 303.
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FAQ: Recall 16V264000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V264000?
NHTSA recall 16V264000 was issued by Maserati North America, Inc. on May 2, 2016. It addresses: Improperly torqued rear tie rod bolt. The recall affects approximately 26,464 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Maserati North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V264000 or the manufacturer campaign number 303. 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.