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2016 Maserati Ghibli problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 7 complaints on file for the 2016 Maserati Ghibli — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

7

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2016 compare to other Ghibli years?

Ghibli NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted35 complaints2014: 34 complaints2015: 33 complaints2016: 7 complaints2017: 35 complaints2018: 4 complaints2019: 2 complaints2020: 5 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints
Ghibli NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2016 Maserati Ghibli problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission229%
Airbags114%
Brakes114%
Driver Assistance114%
Speed Control114%
Visibility & Wipers114%

Does the 2016 Maserati Ghibli have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

17V046000SeatsJanuary 20, 2017 · 39,381 units

Defect

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.

16V840000Tires & WheelsNovember 21, 2016 · 1,861 units

Defect

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, that may develop cracks in their lower sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air.

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.

16V264000SuspensionMay 2, 2016 · 26,464 units

Defect

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. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 303.

16V122000OtherMarch 1, 2016 · 28,235 units

Defect

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 accelerator pedal and the vehicle carpet.

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 vehicles are equipped with a brake override system. In the event a pedal is trapped, pushing on the brake pedal will brake the vehicle and enable the driver to slow and stop and turn off the vehicle.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 7, 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. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · August 16, 2021

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · August 13, 2016 · crash

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · December 26, 2022

“The factory installed dashboard leather has pealed away. I was informed that the airbag safety issue of it not deploying is a serious concern that needs to be addressed. I have contacted Maserati directly but they weren’t of any assistance in this matter. I have photos showing the issue and clear…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · June 1, 2026

2016 Maserati Ghibli — common questions

Is the 2016 Maserati Ghibli reliable?

The record is thin — 7 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2016 Maserati Ghibli have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2016 Maserati Ghibli. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Maserati Ghibli years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Ghibli years to avoid are 2017, 2014, 2015. The cleanest record among Ghibli years belongs to 2024.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.