Maserati Ghibli, Quattroporte Recall R/2016/278: Possible Loss Of Control, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 1 Dec 2016
- Launched
- 30
- vehicles in the UK
- 328
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Maserati recalled Ghibli, Quattroporte vehicles built between 26 September 2016 and 30 September 2016. The locking nut of the differential pinion may not have been tightened to the correct specification. The dealer will check the tightness of the locking nut on the differential pinion. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The locking nut of the differential pinion may not have been tightened to the correct specification. This will be identified to the driver by noise generated from the differential and also possible vibration. If these warning signs are ignored and with prolonged use in this condition then it could result in a possible failure/locking of the differential and the subsequent loss of control of the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE LOSS OF CONTROL Defect: It has been identified that the locking nut of the differential pinion may not have been tightened to the correct specification. This will be identified to the driver by noise generated from the differential and also possible vibration. If these warning signs are ignored and with prolonged use in this condition then it could result in a possible failure/locking of the differential and the subsequent loss of control of the vehicle. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicle to check the tightness of the locking nut on the differential pinion. If it is found to be incorrect then the differential will be replaced and possibly the drive-shaft if projections or metal contaminates are found in the differential rear cover.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a possible failure/locking of the differential and the subsequent loss of control of the vehicle.
The Fix
The dealer will check the tightness of the locking nut on the differential pinion.
Are You Affected?
Ghibli, Quattroporte built between 26 September 2016 and 30 September 2016 may be included. Maserati estimates 30 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 328 or the DVSA reference R/2016/278. 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?.
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This is one of 48 Maserati recalls in DVSA’s data. The Maserati recall launched before it was R/2016/226 on 14 Oct 2016, for loss of control. The one launched after it was R/2017/051 on 6 Feb 2017, for vehicle can move away after driver has exited. You can also see every Maserati recall and all recalls launched in 2016.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/278, launched 1 December 2016. 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.