Recall 19V461 affects 739 2015-2018 Maserati Granturismo vehicles for a defective air bag control unit capacitor. Repair is free at any franchised Maserati dealer.
Maserati is recalling 739 2015-2018 Granturismo coupes and convertibles under recall 19V461 because a defective capacitor in the air bag control unit can deactivate the air bag or trigger an inadvertent deployment. A deactivated air bag raises the risk of injury in a crash, and an unexpected deployment raises the risk of a crash itself. The dealer repair will be free once Maserati opens it.
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What's wrong?
The airbag Electronic Control Unit, or ECU, is the small computer that runs the airbag system on the 2015-2018 Maserati Granturismo and 2016-2018 Granturismo Convertible. It reads crash sensors, decides when a deployment is needed, and sends the signal that fires the airbags. Inside the ECU, a power supply capacitor stores and steadies the electrical charge the unit needs to work correctly.
On affected Granturismo vehicles, that capacitor was built with silver adhesive on the cathode that did not cure properly during production. Over time, the defective capacitor can disrupt the ECU's power supply. Two failure paths are possible: the airbag system can deactivate, meaning the airbags will not fire in a crash, or the ECU can trigger an inadvertent deployment when no crash has occurred.
In some cases, the airbag warning light on the dashboard will illuminate before the failure happens. If you see that warning light, treat it as the early signal that the ECU needs to be inspected.
Who's affected?
Covers four consecutive model years of the Granturismo (2015-2018), all built between October 2014 and June 2018.
| 2018 Maserati Granturismo | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2015 Maserati Granturismo | air bag system |
| 2017 Maserati Granturismo | air bag system |
| 2016 Maserati Granturismo | air bag system |
| Units affected | 739 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coupe is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
A deactivated airbag raises the risk of injury in a crash, and an inadvertent deployment raises the risk of causing one. The airbag warning light is the early signal; if it stays illuminated, schedule the repair soon and treat the warning as a reason to call the dealer rather than ignore it. Repair will be free at any franchised Maserati dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2018 Maserati Granturismo or Granturismo Convertible is included in this recall.
- Wait for the owner notification letter from Maserati before scheduling service, since the replacement air bag ECU is still under development.
- Contact a franchised Maserati dealer once the remedy opens to schedule the air bag ECU replacement that fixes the defective power supply capacitor.
- Bring the recall notice to your appointment, and reference recall number 19V461 (Maserati recall 386) when you call the dealer.
- Call Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737 with questions about timing or the status of your vehicle.
What happens at the repair
Until the final dealer repair is available, the air bag ECU replacement is still under development at Maserati. Once Maserati opens the final repair, a Maserati technician will replace the air bag Electronic Control Unit, including the defective power supply capacitor. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you previously paid out of pocket to repair this air bag ECU condition, Maserati's reimbursement program covers documented expenses. Send the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment to Maserati North America for confirmation, as described in the owner letter.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 14, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 22, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 30, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| July 30, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 30, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 30, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V461?
Recall 19V461 covers 739 2015-2018 Maserati Granturismo coupes and 2016-2018 Granturismo Convertibles. A defective power supply capacitor in the air bag Electronic Control Unit can deactivate the air bag or trigger an inadvertent deployment. Maserati dealers will replace the air bag ECU free of charge.
What should I do if my 2015-2018 Maserati Granturismo is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V461. If it is, contact a franchised Maserati dealer to schedule the air bag ECU replacement. Reference recall 19V461 or Maserati's internal number 386 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to fix safety defects at no cost. Maserati dealers will replace the air bag Electronic Control Unit free of charge at any franchised Maserati service center, regardless of where the vehicle was originally purchased.
What is the safety risk?
A deactivated air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash because the bag will not deploy when needed. An inadvertent deployment increases the risk of a crash because an unexpected air bag firing can startle the driver and obstruct vision while the vehicle is moving.
What if I bought my Maserati Granturismo used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If Maserati never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm your specific Granturismo is included, and reference recall 19V461 when you call a franchised Maserati dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V461000 |
|---|---|
| Maserati customer service | 1-877-696-2737 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V461 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V461000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation 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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