Maserati Quattroporte reliability: common problems by model year
Across 4 model years, the Maserati Quattroporte has 23 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 22 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are structure and electrical system. 2014 drew the most complaints (10), 2017 the fewest (1).
4
Model years tracked
23
Owner complaints
22
Recalls
6
Median per year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for Maserati Quattroporte vehicles (US, public record). Typical used asking price $17,392–$27,802.
Which Quattroporte years have the most problems?
Complaint volume by model year. Raw NHTSA totals, not adjusted for sales volume or time on the road, so older and higher-selling years accumulate more. Every year links to its full breakdown.
Sentiment is sharply divided and heavily dependent on the specific generation and powertrain. The consensus indicates that the vehicle is a deeply emotional purchase driven by passion for its design, sound, and driving character, not rational ownership. The Fe
Catastrophic reliability concerns (general): Very frequent mentions of high likelihood of major, expensive failures, particularly on older, high-mileage V8 models. Frequency: very frequent.
Electrical system issues: Described as a "nightmare," with nagging gremlins, faulty modules, and persistent check engine lights. Frequency: very frequent.
Exorbitant maintenance and parts costs: Routine service (e.g., oil changes $200+), extremely expensive replacement parts (e.g., $80 oil filters, $3,000 front shocks), and dealer labor rates compared to mainstream brands. Frequency: very frequent.
"F1" automated manual transmission failures: High failure rates, expensive clutch replacements, and poor driveability in early models (2004-2007). Frequency: recurrent.
Rapid depreciation: Cited as losing approximately 65% of value over 5 years, making ownership a poor financial investment. Frequency: recurrent.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Quattroporte. Individual model years are broken down above.