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2018 Maserati Ghibli problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2018 Maserati Ghibli — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

4

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Ghibli years?

Ghibli NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 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, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Maserati Ghibli problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels250%
Brakes125%
Suspension125%

Does the 2018 Maserati Ghibli have recalls?

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

18V347000Body & StructureMay 25, 2018 · 62 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

17V834000Fuel SystemDecember 21, 2017 · 1,405 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · January 1, 2019

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · January 1, 2019

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 1, 2019

2018 Maserati Ghibli — common questions

Is the 2018 Maserati Ghibli reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Maserati Ghibli have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2018 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.