Maserati problems
Maserati S.p.A. (Italian: ) is an Italian luxury vehicle manufacturer. Established on 1 December 1914 in Bologna, Italy, the company's headquarters are now in Modena, and its emblem is a trident. The company has been owned by Stellantis since 2021. Maserati was initially associated with Ferrari. In May 2014, due to ambitious plans and product launches, Maserati sold a record of over 3,000 cars in one month. This caused them to increase production of the Quattroporte and Ghibli models. In addition to the Ghibli and Quattroporte, Maserati offers the Maserati GranTurismo and two SUV models, the Maserati Levante (the first ever Maserati SUV) and the Maserati Grecale. Maserati has placed a yearly production output cap at 75,000 vehicles globally.
History
The Maserati brothers
The Maserati brothers, Alfieri (1887–1932), Bindo (1883–1980), Carlo (1881–1910), Ettore (1894–1990), and Ernesto (1898–1975), were all involved with automobiles from the beginning of the 20th century. Alfieri, Bindo, and Ernesto built 2-litre Grand Prix cars for Diatto. In 1926, Diatto suspended the production of race cars, leading to the creation of the first Maserati and the founding of the Maserati marque. One of the first Maseratis, driven by Alfieri, won the 1926 Targa Florio. Maserati began making race cars with 4, 6, 8, and 16 cylinders (two straight-eights mounted parallel to one another).
The trident logo of the Maserati car company, designed by Mario Maserati, is based on the Fountain of Neptune in Bologna's Piazza Maggiore. In 1920, one of the Maserati brothers used this symbol in the logo at the suggestion of family friend Marquis Diego de Sterlich. It was considered particularly appropriate for the sports car company due to the fact that Neptune represents strength and vigour; additionally the statue is a characteristic symbol of the company's original home city.
Alfieri Maserati died in 1932, but three other brothers, Bindo, Ernesto, and Ettore kept the firm going.
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Common Maserati problems
Based on the complaints from Maserati owners, here is a list of common problems with Maserati cars:
- Clutch Problems: Clutch issues are prevalent in Maserati cars, with reports of clutch malfunctions occurring around 13,000 to 30,000 miles. This problem often requires replacing the clutch, which can be a costly repair.
- Brake Problems: Maseratis, known for their speed, can have brake issues. While the brakes generally function well, some owners have reported the need to refill brake fluid more frequently. Neglecting this maintenance can lead to spongy and unresponsive brakes.
- Transmission Issues: Owners have experienced difficulties with switching gears, grinding or crunching noises, and slow movement after gearing into Drive in automatic transmissions. These transmission problems can affect the driving experience and may require repairs.
- Excessive Wear on Wheels and Arches: Damage to the wheels and arches is a common issue in Maserati Ghibli models. Partial disassembly during wheel removal and improper tools can lead to this damage. Using high-quality tools and parts is essential to prevent such issues.
- Fuel Consumption: While initially fuel-efficient, some Maserati models, like the Ghibli, may experience decreased fuel efficiency over time. Upgrades, such as installing an aftermarket exhaust system, can help improve fuel efficiency.
- Power Issues: Problems with power can manifest as difficulty shifting gears smoothly or the car not shifting at high RPM. These issues may indicate transmission wear or clutch problems, necessitating replacements for optimal performance.
- Various Brake Problems: Brake issues can include brakes locking up during use or the pedal sinking lower than usual, indicating potential disc or pad replacements or brake housing damage. Using the correct brake fluid is crucial to prevent such brake problems.
These common problems highlight the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to issues to ensure the longevity and performance of Maserati cars.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Maserati models
We have analysed all the complaints filed against Maserati cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Maserati models:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Maserati brand.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Maserati models
We have also compiled a table for you with the number of complaints about specific models of Maserati cars:
Distribution of Maserati car problems by type
Based on an anlyse of all Maserati related complaints and concluded that the most common problems with Maserati cars are the following:
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Suspension problems
Below is a graph with statistics on all Maserati vehicle components and the number of complaints about them.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Maserati models
A total of 18 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Maserati models
There were a total of 4 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Maserati models
There were a total of 9 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model.
The NHTSA has received 160 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Maserati Maserati. Below are 15 recent complaints about various Maserati models. In order to research complaints about a particular brand you need to select it from the list of available models above.
List of the last 15 complaints about Maserati models
Maserati Quattroporte 2021
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-17
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-22
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZAM56YPA7M1
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Maserati has had several complaints of the leather dashboard seperating from the dashboard which becomes a visibility issue while driving it the leather flops up high enough and front of the windshield. They need to issue a recall on these dashboards. And they won't help you if your car is out of warranty.
Maserati Ghibli 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-14
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-29
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZAM57XSAXE1
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Maserati Ghibli. The contact stated that on one occasion while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the motherboard control unit was defective due to an unlocated leak. The vehicle was then taken to an auto body shop where it was diagnosed that the failure cause was due to a leak near the front passenger’s side windshield frame that was not welded properly. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.
Maserati Grecale 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-08
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-22
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZN682AVMXP7
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Maserati Grecale. The contact stated that the vehicle auto locked with the keys inside. The contact stated that while putting her children and other items inside the vehicle, the doors automatically locked. The contact attempted to use the App to unlock the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact was able to use the spare key to open the vehicle. The contact's child was locked inside the vehicle. The contact stated that after closing the door, the vehicle locked on demand. Additionally, a child was locked in the vehicle, but was able to manually unlock the vehicle and exit safely. The contact had to contact the Police, who attempted to unlock the vehicle but failed in unlocking the vehicle. A Police report was filed. The message “key-not-sensing” was displayed prior to the failure. The local dealer informed the contact that there was no fix and that the feature was the standard feature. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.
Maserati Levante 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-13
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-13
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZN661XUS8HX
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: I’ve owned this car since Jan 2021. Throughout this time the car will show the exact problems mentioned in the Maserati Recall 338. The car will shut off while I’m in traffic, or if I’m slowly going through a yield sign the car will unexpectedly shift into neutral. I’ve tried talking to my local Maserati dealer over the years and all they keep saying is no, you have no open recalls. My car is doing exactly what the recall was for. All I want is a remedy. I’m getting nowhere, they want to charge me $300 to do diagnostics. My car was manufactured 9/2016 which is of the same time of the recalled vehicles. “ Maserati S.p.A. and MNA have determined that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists in model year 2017 Maserati Levante S vehicles and Levante vehicles. Maserati S.p.A. and MNA have determined that the above described vehicles were manufactured with an engine software issue. 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.” This quote is from your own website, yet I can’t get any remedies from Maserati. This needs to be known that all affected cars were not recalled. THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING PROBLEM SINCE IVE OWNED THE CAR. IT STILL HAPPENS TODAY. I’ve nearly been Tboned in traffic because my car switched to neutral. Help. I feel like this is falling on deaf ears. Several of these cars are now coming up for sale on the used car market and people need to know that these cars are dangerous.
Maserati Ghibli 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-18
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-30
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZAM57RTA7E1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The 2014 Maserati Ghibli with VIN number [XXX] has been experiencing significant wiring issues, which have resulted in the car shutting off unexpectedly while driving this is a danger to drivers because as the car shuts off steering the vehicle is almost impossible brakes barely work and the car just rolls until it stops manufacturer/dealer replicated the problem and fixed it for a whooping $5300 there were absolutely no warning lamps,error messages etc dealer states "engine injection wiring harness" and angolar speed sensor per dealer notes "the engine was intermittently loosing power. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Maserati Ghibli 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-08
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-08
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZAM57RSA7H1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: There is a recall for a rear differential issue and Maserati had previously repaired the differential. However, the problem has persisted and I have about 41k miles on the vehicle and already having the same issue. There is a whining noise in the rear along with a leaking rear differential. Both signs of the original problem. Maserati has stated that the repair has already been done but this raises a serious safety concern as it could result in the rear differential locking up and causing an accident.
Maserati Levante 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-16
- Date Complaint: 2024-04-03
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZN661YUL4HX
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I was driving and I heard a loud noise the axle broke causing me to lose control and crash into 2 park cars. I at first thought I was hit by another car but upon further research I discovered I was not hit. When we purchased the car we were told there were no prior accidents or repairs. The accident revealed various parts of the car to have bondo proving prior repairs were done. We were deceived into buying this car. If we were not lied to and were told the truth about prior repairs we would’nt of bought the car. The car is completely totaled now. This is FRAUD
Maserati Levante 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-02
- Date Complaint: 2024-04-02
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZN661XUA6HX
- Components: PARKING BRAKE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Maserati Levante. The contact stated while driving the arrived at a stop sign, the vehicle parking brake would engage randomly. The contact was unsure if any warning lights had been illuminated. The contact mentioned that the failure almost caused her vehicle to be rear-ended during ongoing traffic. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer did not provide a clear understanding of what needed to be repaired or replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.
Maserati Levante s 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-22
- Date Complaint: 2024-02-02
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZN661YUS1HX
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Maserati Levante S. The contact stated that while driving at slower speeds, the transmission would independently shift to neutral(N) causing the vehicle to decelerate unintendedly. During the failure the driver was able to shift to the park(P) and back to the drive(D) to correct the failure. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. No service was performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V161000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 58,000.
Maserati Levante 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-02-02
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZN661YUS0HX
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: While driving at low speeds, under 5mph, the car will shift itself into neutral. This happens while slowing, coasting, or slow accelerations. This has caused an immediate safety issue as you lose control of the car, especially when the shift into neutral is a hard shift. This hard shift will cause you to loose traction on wet, icy, or snowy surfaces. Although this is a known issue for this model and year, the vin for my specific vehicle shows of no recalls yet the problem persists. I am listing a date of yesterday as this is the most recent occurrence, though I have experienced it for the 2 years that I have owned the vehicle and it has been reported to the used dealership that I purchased it from. There is no longer a Maserati dealer or service center in Alaska. I have been in touch with other owners here in Alaska that have experienced the same issue.
Maserati Grecale 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-30
- Date Complaint: 2024-01-30
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZN682AVM1P7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: When driving on the highway, almost all warning lights came on. I was in the middle lane and decided it best to get off the highway asap. I stepped on the gas as I looked to accelerate when changing lanes. The car did not speed up. I was able to make it off the highway at the next exit. As I was trying to come to a stop at the light, I pressed on the brakes and the car was not slowing down. I had already been decelerating coming up a hill prior to getting off the highway and thankfully the car came to a stop prior to hitting anyone or running through the traffic light at the end of the off ramp. There were no cars around. If there had been, I would have hit them. I had the car towed to the dealership. The towing company was able to reset the warning lights by temporarily disconnecting the battery. Prior to that, I could not take the car out of park. After the reset, the towing company was able to drive it onto the truck. The car had just come back from the dealership after its annual maintenance the day before. The dealer thinks that it may be related to software updates that had been made to the vehicle, but that has not been confirmed. I feel that I am very fortunate to be alive as without the brakes, I was a danger to myself and others. This specific problem has not occurred before.
Maserati Levante 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-06
- Date Complaint: 2023-11-01
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZN661YULXHX
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: on or around 12 october, my levante 2017 with 85 k mileage, started showing check engine light. i called the dealership the next day. the car stalled on the highway 3-5 times before i got to the dealership. i was told that the engine is dead and the car is NOT drivable anymore. This is a safety issue. stalling on a major highway can be dangerous. There are 3-4 other cases (online searching) whose same levante 2017 model had the same issue at very low mileages. The engine on that model is faulty and maserati of north america should be held accountable and recall so that it does not become a serious issues with other drivers still on the road. I now have to pay 38k to replace the engine being ordered from Italy. Maserati of north América will not help me with this. They should recall this model to check the defect in their twin turbo engine.
Maserati Grecale 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-09
- Date Complaint: 2023-08-09
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZN682AVM3P7
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Maserati Grecale. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power. The coolant warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was veered to the side of the road and restarted. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 800.
Maserati Ghibli 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-16
- Date Complaint: 2023-07-18
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZAM57RTA5H1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,WHEELS
- Summary: I was on my way home from work sitting at the red light and when I was release my feet from the brake to take to driving, the auto start failed to start the car and I was stuck on side the road for 30 minutes because my vehicle wouldn’t not start. Finally the car started but I couldn’t get it to go over 15 mph. The car has been to the shop twice for service. Once was an electrical and the other time they couldn’t find nothing wrong with it. They said it just needed service. I serviced the vehicle as recommended and now it back doing the same thing again.
Maserati Ghibli 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-05
- Date Complaint: 2023-06-05
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: ZAM57XSA0F1
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Maserati Ghibli. The contact stated while driving approximately 20-25 MPH with the Sport mode activated, the accelerator pedal became stuck to the floorboard, and failed to release. No warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted, and the accelerator pedal released. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 46,100.
Latest 5 Maserati recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 77 recalls involving various Maserati models.You can learn more about the model you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Maserati Quattroporte 2021
- Report Received Date: 2024-04-15
- Manufacturer: Maserati North America, Inc.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles. The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.
- Consequence: A fuel leak may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel line sensor housing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2024. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 718. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-872 (Maserati campaign 718).
- Model: Maserati Levante 2022
- Report Received Date: 2021-11-10
- Manufacturer: Maserati North America, Inc.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Quattroporte, Ghibli, 2021-2022 Levante, and 2022 MC20 vehicles. The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.
- Consequence: A fuel leak may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel line sensor housing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2021. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 442.
- Model: Maserati Quattroporte 2021
- Report Received Date: 2021-11-10
- Manufacturer: Maserati North America, Inc.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Quattroporte, Ghibli, 2021-2022 Levante, and 2022 MC20 vehicles. The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.
- Consequence: A fuel leak may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel line sensor housing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2021. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 442.
- Model: Maserati Quattroporte 2021
- Report Received Date: 2021-09-10
- Manufacturer: Maserati North America, Inc.
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Levante, Quattroporte, and Ghibli vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 434.
- Model: Maserati Quattroporte 2021
- Report Received Date: 2021-08-05
- Manufacturer: Maserati North America, Inc.
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Quattroporte Trofeo and Ghibli Trofeo vehicles equipped with optional 21-inch tires. The tire placard may have incorrect tire pressure information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence: Tires that are inflated to the incorrect pressure could lead to a loss of vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the placard and update the tire pressure monitoring system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 10, 2021. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 432.
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