At slow speeds, the engine may unexpectedly shut off or the engine may shift into neutral.
Maserati has issued a recall for around 3,300 Levante crossovers sold in the US market.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles received the first complaint from China in October. The customer claimed the transmission shifted into neutral during deceleration in heavy traffic at low engine rpm.
The company performed “extensive tests” for three weeks to replicate the issue, eventually tracing it to a software bug.
“Specifically, if the vehicle is being operated at speeds of approximately 2 miles per hour (low engine RPM), which can be encountered during heavy stop and go (bumper to bumper) traffic conditions, the transmission may shift into neutral or possibly have an engine shut down condition, thereby increasing the risk of a vehicle crash,” the company warns.
Oh no, not a recall! At least they caught it before any serious accidents happened. Good job, Maserati! 🚗💨
Why does it always have to be software? Aren’t these things tested more thoroughly? 🤔
Haha, imagine being stuck in traffic and your Maserati decides to take a nap! 😅
Glad they’re addressing it, but why did it take a complaint from China for them to notice? 🤨
Software bugs in cars are as annoying as bugs in video games, but way more dangerous!
Thank you for the transparency, Maserati. I hope affected customers get swift resolutions! 🙏
Wow, three weeks to figure this out? Technology is amazing, but also terrifying. 🤖
Is this recall only for US models or worldwide? I have friends in Europe who drive Levantes.
That’s a pretty serious flaw. Hope no one got hurt before they found it!
Does this mean free software updates for life? Asking for a friend… 😂