2016 MASERATI GHIBLI
4 recalls, 7 complaints - 53 TSBs
17V046000 Jan 20, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Quattroporte and Ghibli, and 2017 Levante vehicles. Adjusting the front seats may cause the seat wiring harness to rub, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Consequence
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the seat wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 342.
16V840000 Nov 21, 2016
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Defect Description
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ghibli and Quattroporte vehicles and one model year 2016 Ghibli vehicle manufactured February 29, 2016, to October 29, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with certain Pirelli P Zero All Season tires, size 275/40R19 101W, th... Read more
Consequence
A loss of air may result in tire failure or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 324.
16V264000 May 2, 2016
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect Description
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured February 1, 2013, to September 18, 2015. During the assembly process, the rear tie-rod to hub assembly attaching bolt may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence
An improperly tightened rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly attaching bolt may allow the tie-rod to separate from the hub carrier, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly attaching bolts to verify that they are properly tightened, replacing the rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2016... Read more
16V122000 Mar 1, 2016
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Defect Description
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured February 1, 2013, to November 30, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the driver-side floor mat anchor may break allowing the floor mat to move and get trapped between the acc... Read more
Consequence
If the floor mat moves and becomes trapped between the accelerator and the vehicle carpet, it may result in very high vehicle speeds, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
Remedy
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side floor mat and possibly the accelerator pedal cover, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 301. Note: These vehicle... Read more
Complaint Statistics
7 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 1, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
The satellite radio reception in my brand new Kia Telluride X Pro is terrible. It is constantly cutting out. This creates a significant distraction for the driver. Satellite radio reception problems are a well-documented and widely reported issue with the 2027 Kia Telluride. ## The Root Cause: An... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Jan 5, 2023
Incident date: Dec 26, 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Maserati Ghibli. The contact stated while reversing after the winter storm, the backup camera no longer displayed an image and was inoperable. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 27, 2022
Incident date: Jul 27, 2022
I have only 40k in my car and the dealer doesn’t want acceso the recall for the rear diff because is close
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 12, 2021
Incident date: Aug 16, 2021
Sun visor becomes lose and drops itself while driving completely obstructing drivers view of the road and creates chances of a fatal accident. Sun visor had a similar malfunction earlier and was replaced under warranty. The issues seems to be with poor design of the component.
POWER TRAIN
Jul 8, 2021
Incident date: Jul 7, 2021
The contact owns a 2016 Maserati Ghibli. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 50 mph, merging onto the interstate, the vehicle loss motive power without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the vehicle was waiting to be diagnosed. The vehicle remained at the dealer. The man... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 28, 2019
Incident date: Oct 14, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MASERATI GHIBLI. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, AN ABNORMAL SQUEAKING NOISE WAS DETECTED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THAT THERE WERE NO BRAKE PADS ON THE VEHI... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 15, 2016
Incident date: Aug 13, 2016
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... Read more
Crash
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2016 MASERATI GHIBLI
2016 Maserati Ghibli 4 DR RWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover Risk | 0.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 MASERATI GHIBLI
53 manufacturer communications from 37 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 13 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 12 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 2 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
| 050000 PARKING BRAKE | 2 |
MAS003821
Feb 23, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Information.
MAS003792
Feb 19, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Information.
MAS003928
Feb 19, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Circular Letter.
MAS003929
Feb 19, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Circular Letter.
MAS003793
Feb 16, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Circular Letter.
MAS003774
Feb 14, 2024
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
Technical Information
MAS003891
Feb 8, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Information.
MAS003844
Feb 1, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Diagnostic Sheet.
MAS003895
Feb 1, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Information.
MAS003045
May 16, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Technical Information - Diagnostic guidance to trouble shooting DTC C12900 & 400700 if fault codes are stored in the ECM for iignition control unit.
MAS002859
Jan 31, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Technical Information - Help diagnose possible malfunctions of the courtsey lights on the Sun Visor.
MAS002856
Jan 31, 2022
200000 WHEELS
Circular Letter - Wheels rotation procedure for Maserati vehicles in stock.
MAS002859
Jan 31, 2022
163400 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:SUN VISOR
Technical Information - Help diagnose possible malfunctions of the courtsey lights on the Sun Visor.
MAS002762
Sep 23, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Technical Information -Shock Absorber Leaks.
MAS002746
Sep 13, 2021
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Technical Information - Door Panel Damage when removing the door panel.
MAS002464
Jan 5, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Vehicle configuration update after the installtion of wheel rems/tires of different sizes
MAS002464
Jan 5, 2021
200000 WHEELS
Vehicle configuration update after the installtion of wheel rems/tires of different sizes
MAS002464
Jan 5, 2021
190000 TIRES
Vehicle configuration update after the installtion of wheel rems/tires of different sizes
MAS002263
Aug 18, 2020
102650 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARS
Diagnostic Procedure - Troubleshoot gear shifter issues for driving/moving the vehicle.
MAS002153
Aug 14, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Circular Letter - Special Tools for inserting oil seals into the gearbox.
MAS002153
Aug 14, 2020
103930 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARS
Circular Letter - Special Tools for inserting oil seals into the gearbox.
MAS002247
Aug 11, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Information - Activation of front parking sensors without obstacles.
MAS002247
Aug 11, 2020
118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS
Technical Information - Activation of front parking sensors without obstacles.
MAS002246
Aug 5, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
Diagnostic Procedure - Vehicle vibration during vehicle acceleration.
MAS002246
Aug 5, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Diagnostic Procedure - Vehicle vibration during vehicle acceleration.
MAS002222
Aug 5, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Diagnostic Procedure - Spontaneous wiper activation.
MAS002222
Aug 5, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Diagnostic Procedure - Spontaneous wiper activation.
MAS002222
Aug 5, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
Diagnostic Procedure - Spontaneous wiper activation.
MAS002222
Aug 5, 2020
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Diagnostic Procedure - Spontaneous wiper activation.
MAS002103
Jan 23, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Bulletin - Engine Oil Specification
MAS002103
Jan 23, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Technical Bulletin - Engine Oil Specification
MAS002067
Dec 11, 2019
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Technical Bulletin- Brake Rotor Aesthetics
MAS001962
Aug 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Circular letter - Removal of residual oil in filter housing before removing filter/procedure update.
MAS001962
Jul 30, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Circular letter - Oil Cartridge removal/refitting procedure update.
MAS001652
Sep 7, 2018
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Diagnostic guide for brake system noise.
MAS001431
Apr 25, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB on proper procedure for ensuring all door modules function in the event of one being replaced.
MAS001431
Apr 25, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB on proper procedure for ensuring all door modules function in the event of one being replaced.
MAS001520
Apr 17, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB for HVAC software update to resolve sticking actuators.
MAS001520
Apr 17, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB for HVAC software update to resolve sticking actuators.
MAS001520
Apr 17, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB for HVAC software update to resolve sticking actuators.
MAS001338
Sep 21, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
New guidelines for use of Blue-On-Line technical support requests and warranty requests for authorization.
MAS001361
Sep 14, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Notification of diagnostic server downtime for maintenance.
MAS001319
Sep 6, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Notification of changes to the online documentation sites TechInt and TechDoc.
TT-67
Aug 15, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Rivet guns used for Campaign 268 dome reinforcement plate installation and kit.
TT-66
Jul 12, 2016
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Follow these steps to successfully complete the vin writing and then the software programming activities.
TT-66
Jul 12, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Follow these steps to successfully complete the vin writing and then the software programming activities.
MAS-00-08-83
Jul 12, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Campaign 268 Dome Reinforcement Plate Installation.
MAS-00-08-83
Jul 12, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Campaign 268 Dome Reinforcement Plate Installation.
MASB2000230
Mar 28, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Floor mat sets. Safety recall 301.
MASB2000229
Mar 21, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Genuine Accessories floor mats sets.
MASB2000228
Mar 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Rear window electric sunshade retrofit kit.
MASB2000226
Feb 29, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Loading edge protective film.
MAS000750
Dec 2, 2015
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Mechanical adjustment and electronic adjustment of the parking brake.
MASERATI GHIBLI - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MASERATI GHIBLI across all model years (2014, 2024).
32
Total Recalls
120
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
18
Reported Crashes
7
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
MASERATI GHIBLI - Year by Year
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