NHTSA recall 15V686000
Electrical System · Maserati North America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Maserati north america, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014 Quattroporte GTS v8 vehicles manufactured October 1, 2013, to December 31, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the battery positive cable for the alternator and starter motor may not have its insulating cap installed properly at the starter motor. Additionally, the cable may not be adequately secured in the engine bay. These factors may result…
Why it matters: If the battery positive cable shorts to ground, the wiring harness may overheat, resulting in a fire. The car also may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to verify that the starter motor cable has a properly installed protective cap and that the cable is adequately secured. If not, the starter motor cable assembly will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The…
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All model years NHTSA lists
2014 Maserati Quattroporte Gts.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 15V686000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.