Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V184000 Reported August 14, 1979

Brakes:hydraulic:lines:metallic

Maserati North America, Inc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 125 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V184000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
125
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 14, 1979

Defect Summary

The clutch fluid pipe and the rear brake pipe may be positioned too close to the exhaust system. As a result the heat from the exhaust may cause the brake fluid to vaporize.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace and reroute rear brake and clutch lines without charge to owner. owners may contact maserati 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 79V184000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 79V184000

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

What is recall 79V184000?

NHTSA recall 79V184000 was issued by Maserati North America, Inc. on August 14, 1979. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:lines:metallic. The recall affects approximately 125 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Maserati North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V184000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.