Maserati Grancabrio, Granturismo Recall R/2015/221: Right Hand Door May Open Unexpectedly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 16 Nov 2015
- Launched
- 12
- vehicles in the UK
- 292
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Maserati recalled Grancabrio, Granturismo vehicles built between 7 July 2015 and 26 August 2015. Insufficient heat treatment may have been applied to the ratchet in the right hand door latch mechanism which may cause the Right Hand door to open inadvertently during driving and/or in an accident. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the right hand door latch assembly. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Insufficient heat treatment may have been applied to the ratchet in the right hand door latch mechanism which may cause the Right Hand door to open inadvertently during driving and/or in an accident.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: RIGHT HAND DOOR MAY OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY Defect: Insufficient heat treatment may have been applied to the ratchet in the right hand door latch mechanism which may cause the Right Hand door to open inadvertently during driving and/or in an accident. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the right hand door latch assembly.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the Right Hand door to open inadvertently during driving and/or in an accident.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the right hand door latch assembly.
Are You Affected?
Grancabrio, Granturismo built between 7 July 2015 and 26 August 2015 may be included. Maserati estimates 12 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.
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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 292 or the DVSA reference R/2015/221. 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 | |
| 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 | |
| GranturismoRear wheels may lock up | Book soon | R/2011/134 |
This is one of 48 Maserati recalls in DVSA’s data. The Maserati recall launched before it was R/2015/207 on 30 Oct 2015, for risk of fire. The one launched after it was R/2016/046 on 18 Mar 2016, for throttle pedal may stick in any position. You can also see every Maserati recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/221, launched 16 November 2015. 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.