Recall 17V046 covers 39,381 2014-2017 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli, and Levante vehicles for seat wiring shorts. Repair is free at any franchised Maserati dealer.
Maserati is recalling 39,381 2014-2017 Quattroporte, Ghibli, and Levante vehicles because front seat adjustment can make the seat wiring harness rub and create an electrical short. An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire, and Maserati dealers will fix the wiring harness free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front seat wiring harness in the 2014-2017 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli, and Levante carries electrical power and signals for the power seat controls. When you move the seat up, down, forward, or back, that wiring lets the switch and adjustment motor work together. The harness is supposed to stay routed away from moving metal parts under the seat.
On affected vehicles, the harness layout was designed incorrectly, so the wiring can rub against metal points on the seat frame or the seat adjustment motor housing. Repeated seat movement wears through the wire covering. Once the wire is damaged, the power seat adjustment can stop working, and an electrical short to ground can create a fire risk.
The warning sign is an inoperative seat. If the seat no longer adjusts vertically or stops responding to the controls, treat that as the sign that the seat wiring has been damaged.
Who's affected?
The Quattroporte and Ghibli appear across 2014-2017, while the Levante appears for 2017; the affected systems are the seat assembly and wiring.
| 2016 Maserati Quattroporte | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2016 Maserati Quattroporte | wiring |
| 2016 Maserati Ghibli | seat assembly |
| 2016 Maserati Ghibli | wiring |
| 2017 Maserati Quattroporte | seat assembly |
| 2017 Maserati Quattroporte | wiring |
| 2017 Maserati Ghibli | seat assembly |
| 2017 Maserati Ghibli | wiring |
| 2017 Maserati Levante | seat assembly |
| 2017 Maserati Levante | wiring |
| 2014 Maserati Quattroporte | seat assembly |
| 2014 Maserati Quattroporte | wiring |
| 2014 Maserati Ghibli | seat assembly |
| 2014 Maserati Ghibli | wiring |
| 2015 Maserati Quattroporte | seat assembly |
| 2015 Maserati Quattroporte | wiring |
| 2015 Maserati Ghibli | seat assembly |
| 2015 Maserati Ghibli | wiring |
| Units affected | 39,381 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 10 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire. If a seat becomes inoperative, treat it as a warning sign and schedule the recall inspection promptly. Maserati dealers inspect the vehicle and replace the seat wiring harness when needed. Repair is free at any franchised Maserati dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2017 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli, or Levante is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Maserati dealer to schedule the free seat wiring harness inspection and replacement as needed; this fixes harness rubbing during front-seat adjustment.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 17V046 when you call.
- Avoid unnecessary front-seat adjustments until the seat wiring harness is inspected and repaired.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Maserati technician inspects the affected front seat wiring harness and replaces the harness if seat movement has caused rubbing or damage. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Maserati has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related seat wiring harness repair before the recall work was performed. Bring repair invoices, payment records, and any service notes to the Maserati service desk so they can review the claim under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 20, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 20, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 20, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 21, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 21, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 26, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V046?
Recall 17V046 covers 39,381 2014-2017 Maserati Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles, plus 2017 Levante vehicles, with front seat wiring that can rub during seat adjustment and create an electrical short. Maserati dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace the seat wiring harness as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2017 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli, or Levante is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V046. If it is, contact a franchised Maserati dealer to schedule the free inspection. Reference Maserati recall number 342 when you call, and ask whether the seat wiring harness needs replacement.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Maserati dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace the seat wiring harness as needed free of charge. The free repair applies at franchised Maserati dealers.
What is the safety risk in recall 17V046?
An electrical short in the front seat wiring can increase fire risk. The problem comes from seat adjustment rubbing the wiring harness, so confirm the VIN and schedule the free dealer inspection. If the harness is damaged, the dealer replaces it at no charge.
What if I bought my Maserati used?
The recall follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Maserati is included in recall 17V046. If it is included, the franchised Maserati dealer must perform the recall repair for free, regardless of ownership history.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V046000 |
|---|---|
| Maserati customer service | 1-877-696-2737 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V046 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V046000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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