Several models of the luxury vehicle make Maserati, manufactured by Maserati North America, Inc.
, are subject to a significant recall due to a potential software issue. The recall, issued under Number 25V098000, primarily affects the 2022 Ghibli models but is also relevant to several other vehicles including the 2023-2024 Grecale, 2023-2025 MC20 Cielo, 2024 Granturismo, GranCabrio, 2021-2024 Levante, Quattroporte, and 2022-2025 MC 20.
The defect lies in the radio software, which may obstruct the display of the rearview image. As a result, these vehicles fail to satisfy the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, Rear Visibility.
This flaw compromises the drivers visibility while reversing the vehicle, thereby increasing the likelihood of an accident.
Maserati has announced that the radio software will be updated either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge, to ensure the safety of their customers. Owner notification letters, explaining the nature of the defect and its potential risks, are planned to be mailed out on March 21, 2025.
In the mean time, owners of the models mentioned above are encouraged to get in touch with Maserati customer service at 877-696-2737 with any questions or concerns. Please note that Maseratis number for this recall is 740. This is a vital and critical issue that deserves immediate attention to ensure the safety of all Maserati vehicle operators.
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