2018 Maserati Ghibli Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 24, 2019 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Ghibli years
Not enough data 7th of 11 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Maserati Ghibli. That ranks 7th out of 11 Ghibli model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 7,800 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Maserati Ghibli
Maserati Ghibli III Modena S in Böblingen. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2018 Maserati Ghibli problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Service Brakes1 · ~7,800 mi
Suspension1 · ~7,800 mi
Tires1 · ~7,800 mi
Wheels1 · ~7,800 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes1100%7,800——
Suspension1100%7,800——
Tires1100%7,800——
Wheels1100%7,800——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2018 Maserati Ghibli recalls (2)

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Structure:frame and membersMay 25, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V347000 · 62 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: If the welds fracture, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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 for this recall is 369.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsDec 21, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V834000 · 1,405 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: A fuel leak within the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: 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 363.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

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…

Tires · received Sep 24, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11257711

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Maserati Ghibli?

Owners most often report service brakes, suspension, tires problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2018 Maserati Ghibli?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2018 Maserati Ghibli a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Ghibli model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.