2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
8
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
5
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE
The 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE has received a total of 8 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:REAR. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by Maserati North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Fuelpropulsion System (3 complaints), Suspension (2 complaints), and Electronic Stability Control Esc (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE, potentially affecting up to 7,438 vehicles.
Recall 13V196000 — SUSPENSION:REAR
| 7,438 vehicles affected
Defect: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Quattroporte, 2008 Granturismo, and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C vehicles. The rear tie rod assemblies may have insufficient anti-corrosion material applied, allowing them to weaken and possibly fail.
Consequence: Failure of the tie rods may result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Maserati will notify owners and dealers will replace the tie rod assemblies. The recall began on June 27, 2013. Customers may contact Maserati at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's recall campaign number is 205.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuelpropulsion System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
1. Initial Symptom: Strong fuel smell in passenger compartment and trunk. Investigation by Maserati specialist: fuel leaking from top plastic component of fuel pump, fuel stains down side of metal fuel tank, accumulation of fuel in trunk spare tire compartment below fuel tank. 2. Temporary Repair: Plastic fuel pump component was re-bonded using Locktite 406 as recommended by Locktite corporate chemist. Leak reoccurred within 2 years. 3. Forum Research: Fuel leaking from top plastic component of fuel pumps (both left and right) has been a common issue. 4. Warning Signs: None other than strong fuel smells in passenger and trunk compartments. 5. Seriousness: Inhalation of fuel vapor and close proximity to the battery in the trunk. :
The car started normally. This vehicle is gas dependent and has a dangerous gas leak. This vehicle is available for inspection upon request. It has a safety inspection sticker on it as of May 2022. This safety is a risk throughout our community after being driven and gas spilled in large amounts. The vehicle stopped and had to be manually reconfigured to return to the residence. This is temporary fix. I do not know if this is reproduced problem. We were directed to contact the dealership who fixed or repaired the problems related to Campaign 205. Criswell Maserati of Germantown, Maryland was contacted on 4 August and the Service Departed provided information concerning the repairs to be corrected and no additional repairs related to Campaign 205. This vehicle has been safety inspected at the time of purchased in December 2021. There were not symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. We drove the vehicle from King George, Va to Woodbridge Va without any indicators.
STRONG FUEL SMELL, FUEL 3" DEEP IN PLASTIC TUB IN SPARE TIRE WELL, UNDER FUEL TANK.
REAR END SWAYING WITH ONLY 80MLS PER HOUR TRANSMISSION GOES INTO NEUTRAL WHEN TURNING
REAR END SWAYING WITH ONLY 80MLS PER HOUR TRANSMISSION GOES INTO NEUTRAL WHEN TURNING
Safety Rating for the 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE
Maserati North America, Inc. has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MAS004833 DS 25-26 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides a corrective procedure for addressing false knock sensor DTCs caused by moisture accumulation. The procedure involves performing a controlled warm-up cycle to burn off the moisture from the sensor area, helping to resolve DTCs such as P0327, P0332, P032C, and P033C without unnecessary sensor replacement. Models Involved:...
MAS004419 MTB 24-35 — SUSPENSION
This technical bulletin provides guidance and additional information on normal shock absorber operations that are often mistakenly identified as defective. It establishes criteria for inspecting and diagnosing shock absorbers for potential leakage to help prevent the unnecessary replacement of non-defective components
MAS002928 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Daignostic Sheet - Skyhook ECU (NCS) Removal From PROXI. Difficulties On Removing The Active Suspension Warning Light On Cluster.
MAS002859 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Technical Information - Help diagnose possible malfunctions of the courtsey lights on the Sun Visor.
MAS002067 — SERVICE BRAKES
Technical Bulletin- Brake Rotor Aesthetics
NHTSA Investigations for the 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MASERATI QUATTROPORTE
- 2004 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE — 0 complaints
- 2005 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE (current)
- 2006 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE — 5 complaints
- 2007 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE — 5 complaints
- 2008 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE — 6 complaints
- 2009 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE — 10 complaints
- 2010 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE — 0 complaints
Other MASERATI Models
- MASERATI GHIBLI — 119 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