Recall 23V242 affects 11 2023 Maserati MC20 Cielo vehicles for insufficient windshield frame bonding. Repair is free at any franchised Maserati dealer.
Maserati is recalling 11 2023 MC20 Cielo vehicles under recall 23V242 because insufficient windshield frame bonding can let the frame detach in a crash. A detached windshield frame can increase injury risk, and Maserati dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The lower crossbar is part of the windshield frame on the 2023 Maserati MC20 Cielo. It helps tie the frame together where the windshield opening meets the body, giving the glass and surrounding structure a fixed mounting point. In normal service, the frame stays bonded to both carbon body panel and metal frame components.
On affected vehicles, the bonding in that windshield frame was not strong enough from the assembly process. The issue is adhesion between the carbon body panel and metal components inside the frame, not the windshield glass itself. In a crash, that weak bond can let the windshield frame detach, which is why the recall says the vehicles do not meet FMVSS 208 occupant crash protection requirements.
There is no warning sign before failure. The vehicle can look and drive normally, so the VIN check and dealer inspection decide whether this MC20 Cielo is included.
Who's affected?
The lower crossbar of the windshield frame is listed under both visibility and structure because the same part sits in the windshield-frame area.
| 2023 Maserati MC20 Cielo | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2023 Maserati MC20 Cielo | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 11 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached windshield frame can increase the risk of injury in a crash because the windshield area is part of the vehicle structure during an impact. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair soon and ask the dealer about safe handling before your appointment. Repair is free at any franchised Maserati dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Maserati MC20 Cielo is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Maserati dealer to schedule the free windshield-frame reinstallation and windshield replacement that addresses the crash-detachment risk.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 23V242 when you call.
- Keep the repair appointment once your VIN is confirmed; the dealer repair is free.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Maserati technician reinstalls the windshield frame and replaces the windshield. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered under recall 23V242. If you've already paid for a repair tied to this windshield frame bonding problem, Maserati's reimbursement policy lets you request repayment. Send the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment to Maserati for review, as described in the owner letter.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 5, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 13, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 22, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| May 22, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 22, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 22, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V242?
Recall 23V242 covers 11 2023 Maserati MC20 Cielo vehicles with insufficient windshield frame bonding. In a crash, the windshield frame can detach and increase injury risk. Maserati dealers will reinstall the windshield frame and replace the windshield for free.
What should I do if my 2023 Maserati MC20 Cielo is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific MC20 Cielo is included in recall 23V242. If it is, contact a franchised Maserati dealer to schedule the windshield frame reinstallation and windshield replacement. Reference Maserati recall number 616 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Maserati says dealers will reinstall the windshield frame and replace the windshield free of charge at a franchised Maserati dealer.
Is it safe to drive my 2023 Maserati MC20 Cielo before the repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order, but the defect involves crash protection. If your VIN is included, arrange the free windshield frame repair with a Maserati dealer and ask the service desk whether any driving limits apply before your appointment.
When were owners notified about recall 23V242?
Maserati mailed owner notification letters on May 13, 2023. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN check is the right way to confirm whether your specific MC20 Cielo is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V242000 |
|---|---|
| Maserati customer service | 1-877-696-2737 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V242 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V242000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →