Maserati Granturismo Recall R/2011/134: Rear Wheels May Lock Up, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 3 Oct 2011
- Launched
- 15
- vehicles in the UK
- 195
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Maserati recalled Granturismo vehicles built between 27 September 2010 and 29 October 2011. Internal breakage inside the gearbox may cause the rear wheels to lock up. The dealer will replace gearbox. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Internal breakage inside the gearbox may cause the rear wheels to lock up.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR WHEELS MAY LOCK UP Defect: internal breakage inside the gearbox may cause the rear wheels to lock up. Remedy: Replace gearbox
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the rear wheels to lock up.
The Fix
The dealer will replace gearbox.
Are You Affected?
Granturismo built between 27 September 2010 and 29 October 2011 may be included. Maserati estimates 15 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 campaign code 195 or the DVSA reference R/2011/134. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grancabrio, GranturismoInternal malfunction of the control unit | Urgent | R/2019/213 | |
| Grancabrio, GranturismoRight hand door may open unexpectedly | Book soon | R/2015/221 | |
| Granturismo, QuattroporteLoss of vehicle control | Low | R/2013/061 | |
| Grancabrio, Granturismo, QuattroporteIncorrect warning lights may be displayed | Book soon | R/2012/128 | |
| Grancabrio, GranturismoRear side/brake lights may fail | Urgent | R/2012/015 |
This is one of 48 Maserati recalls in DVSA’s data. The Maserati recall launched before it was R/2011/115 on 5 Sep 2011, for loss of vehicle control. The one launched after it was R/2012/015 on 8 Feb 2012, for rear side/brake lights may fail. You can also see every Maserati recall and all recalls launched in 2011.
Source: DVSA recall R/2011/134, launched 3 October 2011. 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.