Safety Recall NHTSA · 87V151000 Reported September 21, 1987

Fuel:carburetor:unknown type:choke

Maserati North America, Inc. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 3,724 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
87V151000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
3,724
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 21, 1987

Defect Summary

Misuse of carburetor choke could cause excessive exhaust system heat.

Safety Consequence

Excessive heat can result in heat damage to car exteriorand interior materials which could cause a fire.

Corrective Action

Install a kit which will reduce exhaust system temperatures to an acceptable level. 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 87V151000 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 87V151000

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

What is recall 87V151000?

NHTSA recall 87V151000 was issued by Maserati North America, Inc. on September 21, 1987. It addresses: Fuel:carburetor:unknown type:choke. The recall affects approximately 3,724 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Maserati North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 87V151000 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.