Maserati Ghibli, Quattroporte Recall R/2020/185: Engine Code Marked On Diesel Engine In Aftersales Is Different From The Homologated And…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 17 Jun 2020
- Launched
- 2
- vehicles in the UK
- 397
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Maserati recalled Ghibli, Quattroporte vehicles built between 9 January 2019 and 3 February 2019. Engine code marked on Diesel engine replaced in aftersales is different from the homologated and Production code. The recall notice describes the fix as: documentation will be provided to the customer stating the Italian transport authority confirm this marking is an administration error. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Engine code marked on Diesel engine replaced in aftersales is different from the homologated and Production code.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE CODE MARKED ON DIESEL ENGINE IN AFTERSALES IS DIFFERENT FROM THE HOMOLOGATED AND PRODUCTION CODE Defect: Engine code marked on Diesel engine replaced in aftersales is different from the homologated and Production code Remedy: Documentation will be provided to the customer stating the Italian transport authority confirm this marking is an administration error.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: engine code marked on diesel engine in aftersales is different from the homologated and production code.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: documentation will be provided to the customer stating the Italian transport authority confirm this marking is an administration error.
Are You Affected?
Ghibli, Quattroporte built between 9 January 2019 and 3 February 2019 may be included. Maserati estimates 2 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 397 or the DVSA reference R/2020/185. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghibli, QuattroporteGhibli and Quattroporte V8 short Fuel line replacement in engine compartment | Urgent | R/2024/206 | |
| Ghibli, LevanteWrong type variant version on statutory plate | Low | R/2021/441 | |
| Ghibli, LevanteFront headlamps full LED version headlamp vertical beam out of compliance | Book soon | R/2019/239 | |
| Ghibli, QuattroportePossible leak may occur in the fuel line at the quick release connector | Urgent | R/2019/042 | |
| QuattroporteLoss of engine power | Urgent | R/2018/028 |
This is one of 48 Maserati recalls in DVSA’s data. The Maserati recall launched before it was R/2020/180 on 16 Mar 2020, for the final part of the vehicle version displayed on the manufacturer label on the a pillar…. The one launched after it was R/2021/196 on 23 Apr 2021, for front tyres outer tread may have been damaged. You can also see every Maserati recall and all recalls launched in 2020.
Source: DVSA recall R/2020/185, launched 17 June 2020. 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.