The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·17V161000·Announced 2017-03-13

Maserati Recalls 2017 Levante Models Due to Engine Software Defect

Maserati is recalling 2017 Levante vehicles because an engine software issue may cause the transmission to shift into neutral or the engine to shut off at slow speeds.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the engine may shut off or transmission shift unexpectedly, explicitly stated to increase the risk of a crash.

Plain-English summary

Maserati North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 Maserati Levante vehicles. The recall addresses an engine software problem that can cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral or the engine to shut off while driving at slow speeds, such as in stop-and-go traffic.

This defect can increase the risk of a crash if the vehicle loses power or shifts gears without warning. Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control module software free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2017.

Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
MASERATI LEVANTE
Brand
MASERATI
Manufacturer
Maserati North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
3,291

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • LEVANTE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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