Maserati 4200 Recall R/2004/053: Possibility That The Fuel Hose May Separate, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 29 Apr 2004
- Launched
- 350
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2004/053
- DVSA reference
Maserati recalled 4200 vehicles built between 1 March 2001 and 1 March 2004. Due to a possible manufacturing defect there is a risk that the fuel hose may separate where the rubber hose joins the metal connector. this may result in fuel leaking into the engine bay with the attendant fire risk. The dealer will replace pipe with modified type. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to a possible manufacturing defect there is a risk that the fuel hose may separate where the rubber hose joins the metal connector. this may result in fuel leaking into the engine bay with the attendant fire risk.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBILITY THAT THE FUEL HOSE MAY SEPARATE Defect: Due to a possible manufacturing defect there is a risk that the fuel hose may separate where the rubber hose joins the metal connector. this may result in fuel leaking into the engine bay with the attendant fire risk. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace pipe with modified type
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in fuel leaking into the engine bay with the attendant fire risk.
The Fix
The dealer will replace pipe with modified type.
Are You Affected?
4200 built between 1 March 2001 and 1 March 2004 may be included. Maserati estimates 350 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Maserati, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Maserati.
- Book with any franchised Maserati dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2004/053. See how to get a Maserati recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4200Possibility that steering rack fixing bolts may become loose | Urgent | R/2004/067 | |
| Ghibli, QuattroporteGhibli and Quattroporte V8 short Fuel line replacement in engine compartment | Urgent | R/2024/206 | |
| LevantePossible fuel leakage in engine bay | Urgent | R/2021/406 | |
| LevanteExhaust active valve cable may short circuit due to contact with the exhaust system | Urgent | R/2021/388 | |
| Ghibli, QuattroportePossible leak may occur in the fuel line at the quick release connector | Urgent | R/2019/042 |
This is one of 48 Maserati recalls in DVSA’s data. The Maserati recall launched before it was R/2004/067 on 29 Mar 2004, for possibility that steering rack fixing bolts may become loose. The one launched after it was R/2005/028 on 18 Feb 2005, for short circuit may occur on the electrical door opening. You can also see every Maserati recall, all recalls launched in 2004 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2004/053, launched 29 April 2004. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.