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2005 Maserati Quattroporte problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 8 complaints on file for the 2005 Maserati Quattroporte — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

8

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2005 compare to other Quattroporte years?

Quattroporte NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted13 complaints2005: 8 complaints2006: 5 complaints2007: 5 complaints2008: 6 complaints2009: 10 complaints2011: 3 complaints2012: 3 complaints2014: 13 complaints2015: 8 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 1 complaints2018: 1 complaints2021: 3 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 2 complaints2024: 0 complaints
Quattroporte NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2005 Maserati Quattroporte problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System338%
Suspension225%
Electrical System113%
Other113%
Body & Structure113%

Does the 2005 Maserati Quattroporte have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

13V196000SuspensionMay 13, 2013 · 7,438 units

Defect

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Quattroporte, 2008 Granturismo, and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C vehicles. The rear tie rod assemblies may have insufficient anti-corrosion material applied, allowing them to weaken and possibly fail.

Consequence

Failure of the tie rods may result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Maserati will notify owners and dealers will replace the tie rod assemblies. The recall began on June 27, 2013. Customers may contact Maserati at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's recall campaign number is 205.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“1. Initial Symptom: Strong fuel smell in passenger compartment and trunk. Investigation by Maserati specialist: fuel leaking from top plastic component of fuel pump, fuel stains down side of metal fuel tank, accumulation of fuel in trunk spare tire compartment below fuel tank. 2. Temporary Repair:…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · November 1, 2018

“TAKATA RECALL.... THE SUSPENSION ON MY 2005 MASERATI, MODEL IS A QUADROPORTTE, IS GIVING WAY. WHEN I GO OVER ANY BUMPS ON THE ROAD, THE SUSPENSION IS GIVING AWAY. YOU CAN HEAR IT RATTLE, AND ALMOST SOUNDS AS THOUGH, IT'S GOING TO BREAK IN HALF. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO MASERATI AND THEY "STONE WALLED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · October 3, 2016

“ALL RUBBER/PLASTIC PARTS ON ENTIRE DASHBOARD AND STEERING WHEEL ARE MELTING OFF. THIS IS A HUGE CONCERN AND I HOPE TO MAKE THE OEM AWARE OF IT AND COME UP WITH A SOLUTION. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · April 1, 2015

2005 Maserati Quattroporte — common questions

Is the 2005 Maserati Quattroporte reliable?

The record is thin — 8 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2005 Maserati Quattroporte have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.