MASERATI QUATTROPORTE (2017) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
Maserati recalls 2017 Quattroporte vehicles with V6 engines due to potential transmission shifting to neutral/park or engine shutdowns at slow speeds, increasing crash risk.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the transmission shifts into neutral or park unexpectedly, or if the engine shuts down without warning, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Maserati is recalling certain 2017 Quattroporte vehicles with V6 engines and Ghibli models. The issue can cause unexpected transmission shifts or engine shutdowns during stop-and-go traffic, which may lead to crashes. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226189-maserati-2017-quattroporte-engine-shuts-off-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226189-maserati-2017-quattroporte-engine-shuts-off-risk · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V173000
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“Maserati 2017 Quattroporte: Engine Shuts Off Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226189-maserati-2017-quattroporte-engine-shuts-off-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V173000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V173000).
Why it’s dangerous
At slow speeds, the vehicle's transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral or park, or the engine may shut off without warning. This can cause loss of control during traffic stops, increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 Maserati Quattroporte vehicles with V6 engines and Maserati Ghibli models are affected. Drivers in stop-and-go traffic are most at risk due to potential transmission shifts or engine shutdowns.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2017 Maserati Quattroporte has a V6 engine or Maserati Ghibli model. The recall affects vehicles sold in the U.S. with this specific software issue.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Maserati Customer Service
Call 1-877-696-2737 to schedule a software update at a dealer.
Get Software Update
Dealers will re-flash the engine control module software for free.
May 2018
What NHTSA says to do
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the software for the engine control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 365.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
Due to an engine software problem that can cause unexpected transmission shifts or engine shutdowns at slow speeds.
How do I know if my car is affected?
Your 2017 Maserati Quattroporte with a V6 engine or Maserati Ghibli model is affected.
What should I do if I own this car?
Contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737 to schedule a free software update at a dealer.
Contact Maserati
We’ve drafted a message you can send Maserati to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V173000 — Maserati Maserati Hello, I own a Maserati that is covered by recall 18V173000 from Maserati. The official recall notice states: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the software for the engine control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 365. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V173000 (March 14, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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