2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
5
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S
The 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S has received a total of 5 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Maserati North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (2 complaints), Engine (1 complaint), and Engine And Engine Cooling (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S, potentially affecting up to 1,514 vehicles.
Recall 16V936000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
| 1,514 vehicles affected
Defect: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2017 Levante vehicles. The engine software may cause the transmission to shift to neutral, or the engine to shut down, when the vehicle speed is approximately two miles per hour.
Consequence: If the transmission unexpectedly shifts to neutral, or the engine shuts down, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2017. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 338.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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.
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.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT A STANDSTILL, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER, WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FLICKERED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 30,200.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT A STANDSTILL, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER, WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FLICKERED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 30,200.
WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT LOW SPEEDS (5-20 MPH), THE VEHICLE WILL SWITCH OVER TO NEUTRAL ON ITS OWN . THIS HAVE HAPPEN WHEN TAKING OFF FROM A STOP AND MORE DANGEROUSLY, WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC ON THE FREEWAY.
Safety Rating for the 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S
Maserati North America, Inc. has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MAS004385 MCL 25-12 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This communication is intended to provide important information on the serviceability of the Crossover and Water Pump installed on Maserati vehicles. To properly face a recurring issue affecting the Crossover of V6 engines, from today it’s possible to replace the Crossover, instead of the complete Timing System Front Cover. Taking...
MAS003891 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Information.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MASERATI LEVANTE S
- 2017 MASERATI LEVANTE S (current)
Other MASERATI Models
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- 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 QUATTROPORTES — 4 total complaints
- MASERATI GRANSPORT — 3 total complaints