AI DamageMaserati Ghibli: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Maserati Ghibli across 9 model years: 36 owner complaints and 182 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
What fails most often
- 1 Powertrain 28% of all complaints
- 2 Engine 25% of all complaints
- 3 Electrical system 19% of all complaints
- 4 Service brakes 14% of all complaints
- 5 Suspension 8% of all complaints
- 6 Wheels 8% of all complaints
- 7 Structure 8% of all complaints
- 8 Steering 8% of all complaints
- Powertrain: 10 complaints (28% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 19.
- Engine: 9 complaints (25% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 124.
- Electrical system: 7 complaints (19% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 87.
- Service brakes: 5 complaints (14% of all), 2 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 20.
- Suspension: 3 complaints (8% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 66.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3 L · petrol · turbo · 6 cyl 2014–2024
- 3.8 L · petrol · turbo · 8 cyl 2021–2024
- automatic, 8-speed 2014–2024
Drive: RWD, AWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 36 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 10 | 1 | 19 |
| Engine | 9 | 0 | 124 |
| Electrical system | 7 | 1 | 87 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 2 | 20 |
| Suspension | 3 | 1 | 66 |
| Wheels | 3 | 0 | 40 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 | 28 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 | 15 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Backover prevention | 2 | 0 | 23 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 20 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 195 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
Intermittent hard brake pedal inability to stop the car in a safe manner. I had the vacuum booster pump replaced twice. Once the repair lasted for a year then the last time the incident reoccured after the second repair.
I have complaining to the dealer since I bought the car about noise on the steering wheel and transmission. The car since purchased on 2016 has been out for service 62 days. I reported several times a loud klunk noise on the steering and on the , took it to repair.
While driving approximately 5 mph, there was a sudden loss of power and the brakes failed to engage when the brake pedal was depressed. As a result, the contact crashed into the rear of the preceding vehicle. A police report was filed. The contact sustained unknown injuries that required medical attention.
I was entering hollywood casino to valet my car , I approached the valet man and he told me to hold off a minute before he could get to my car then a few mins later he waved me to drive up and my car took off like a torpedo , the car started revving up and took off and I couldn't stop it even though I had my foot all…
The factory installed dashboard leather has pealed away. I was informed that the airbag safety issue of it not deploying is a serious concern that needs to be addressed. I have contacted Maserati directly but they weren’t of any assistance in this matter. I have photos showing the issue and clear concern.
The back up camera does not work in my car. It works on occasion, very rare occasion. There is an active recall for this same issue with the manufacturer but according to my VIN it’s not included but I’m having same issues as the other cars are having.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
What to check before buying
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Quattroporte / Ghibli / Levante V6 – Thermostat Gasket Availability This bulletin provides updated…
- Quattroporte / Ghibli / Levante V6 – Thermostat Gasket Availability This bulletin provides updated…
- This bulletin provides updated information and further clarification regarding the replaceability of the…
- Maserati Coolant Fluid Color Change
- This Diagnostic Sheet provides updated diagnostic and repair guidance for a potential wheel hub clicking…
- Maserati Coolant fluid Color Change from pink to purple
- This bulletin provides instructions for diagnosing and correcting issues with the rear exhaust silencer
- This bulletin outlines the refinishing procedure for restoring the black coating on exhaust tips affected…
- R1 Radio Restore Procedure After Software Update, MODELS
- A new software release “Jakarta 10.04.00” is now available for the MD and MDEVO/MDEVO2/MDEVO3
- Maserati has created eight new special tools
- This bulletin provides guidance on proper storage practices for Maserati vehicles in dealer inventory to…
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
- REBUILDING A WRECKED 2019 MASERATI GHIBLI SQ4 GRANLUSSO, PART 4!!amount per author: 1,000 UNSPECIFIED_DOLLAR
- REBUILDING A WRECKED 2019 MASERATI GHIBLI SQ4 GRANLUSSO, PART 6!!
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.