2018 MASERATI GHIBLI — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
10
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI
The 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS. 10 technical service bulletins have been issued by Maserati North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Service Brakes (1 complaint), Suspension (1 complaint), and Tires (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI, potentially affecting up to 1,467 vehicles.
Recall 18V347000 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
| 62 vehicles affected
Defect: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2018 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli, and Levante vehicles. The welds on the front sub frame may be incomplete, which can result in the welds breaking.
Consequence: If the welds fracture, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the sub frame for incomplete welds, replacing the sub frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number...
View full details →Recall 17V834000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
| 1,405 vehicles affected
Defect: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2018 Maserati Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles. These vehicles have a fuel delivery pipe in the engine compartment that may leak fuel at the connections.
Consequence: A fuel leak within the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuel delivery line kit, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI S EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI PO TIRES, SIZE: 245/40ZR20 (NA), DOT NUMBER: XBT0N663 FOR THE FRONT TIRES AND SIZE :285/35ZR20, DOT NUMBER: XBT0N662 FOR THE REAR TIRES. WHILE DRIVING OVER 40 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MASERATI OF NEWPORT BEACH (1100 WEST COAST HWY, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663, (949) 612-2014) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND THE VEHICLE NEEDED AN ALIGNMENT. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO ADVISED TO CHANGE ALL FOUR TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE 7,800 THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI S EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI PO TIRES, SIZE: 245/40ZR20 (NA), DOT NUMBER: XBT0N663 FOR THE FRONT TIRES AND SIZE :285/35ZR20, DOT NUMBER: XBT0N662 FOR THE REAR TIRES. WHILE DRIVING OVER 40 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MASERATI OF NEWPORT BEACH (1100 WEST COAST HWY, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663, (949) 612-2014) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND THE VEHICLE NEEDED AN ALIGNMENT. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO ADVISED TO CHANGE ALL FOUR TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE 7,800 THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI S EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI PO TIRES, SIZE: 245/40ZR20 (NA), DOT NUMBER: XBT0N663 FOR THE FRONT TIRES AND SIZE :285/35ZR20, DOT NUMBER: XBT0N662 FOR THE REAR TIRES. WHILE DRIVING OVER 40 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MASERATI OF NEWPORT BEACH (1100 WEST COAST HWY, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663, (949) 612-2014) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND THE VEHICLE NEEDED AN ALIGNMENT. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO ADVISED TO CHANGE ALL FOUR TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE 7,800 THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI S EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI PO TIRES, SIZE: 245/40ZR20 (NA), DOT NUMBER: XBT0N663 FOR THE FRONT TIRES AND SIZE :285/35ZR20, DOT NUMBER: XBT0N662 FOR THE REAR TIRES. WHILE DRIVING OVER 40 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MASERATI OF NEWPORT BEACH (1100 WEST COAST HWY, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663, (949) 612-2014) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND THE VEHICLE NEEDED AN ALIGNMENT. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO ADVISED TO CHANGE ALL FOUR TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE 7,800 THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
Safety Rating for the 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI
Maserati North America, Inc. has issued 10 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MAS003038 MTB 24-32 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
his Technical bulletin serves as a guide and provides additional repair information regarding Front Grill Chrome Detachment on certain Maserati Ghibli’s
MAS002544 — BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Circular Letter - New Function related to Software Update for a Check of Engine Control Module(ECM) Parameters
MAS002455 — EQUIPMENT
Diagnosis Procedure - Parking Sensor System not available on cluster or false activation of parking sensor.
MAS002247 — EQUIPMENT
Technical Information - Activation of front parking sensors without obstacles.
MAS002222 — PARKING BRAKE
Diagnostic Procedure - Spontaneous wiper activation.
MAS002199A — EQUIPMENT
Circular Letter - Updated ETM Software Volta 6 -Troubleshooting guides to diagnose Base Audio System Reboot, Apple Carplay Disconnecting/Jamming and other anomalies.
MAS002199 — EQUIPMENT
Circular Letter - Updated ETM Software Volta 6 -Troubleshooting guides to diagnose Base Audio System Reboot, Apple Carplay Disconnecting/Jamming and other anomalies.
MAS002199 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Circular Letter - Updated ETM Software Volta 6 -Troubleshooting guides to diagnose Base Audio System Reboot, Apple Carplay Disconnecting/Jamming and other anomalies.
MAS002120 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Circular Letter - Upload of new software related to the Entertainment Module (ETM) on vehicles with ETM Software (Volta 6.0)
MAS001523 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
TSB for ECM software update service campaign.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MASERATI GHIBLI
- 2014 MASERATI GHIBLI — 34 complaints
- 2015 MASERATI GHIBLI — 33 complaints
- 2016 MASERATI GHIBLI — 6 complaints
- 2017 MASERATI GHIBLI — 35 complaints
- 2018 MASERATI GHIBLI (current)
- 2019 MASERATI GHIBLI — 2 complaints
- 2020 MASERATI GHIBLI — 5 complaints
- 2021 MASERATI GHIBLI — 0 complaints
- 2022 MASERATI GHIBLI — 0 complaints
- 2023 MASERATI GHIBLI — 0 complaints
Other MASERATI Models
- MASERATI QUATTROPORTE — 66 total complaints
- MASERATI LEVANTE — 51 total complaints
- MASERATI GRECALE — 19 total complaints
- MASERATI MASERATI — 18 total complaints
- MASERATI GRANTURISMO — 15 total complaints
- MASERATI LEVANTE S — 5 total complaints
- MASERATI QUATTROPORTES — 4 total complaints
- MASERATI GRANSPORT — 3 total complaints