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2009 Maserati Quattroporte problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 10 complaints on file for the 2009 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.

10

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2009 compare to other Quattroporte years?

Quattroporte NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 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, 2009 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2009 Maserati Quattroporte problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Suspension550%
Brakes220%
Electrical System220%
Steering110%

Does the 2009 Maserati Quattroporte have recalls?

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

11V406000SteeringAugust 5, 2011 · 763 units

Defect

MASERATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 GRANTURISMO AND QUATTROPORTE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 3, 2008, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2008. THE REAR SUSPENSION LEFT-SIDE AND RIGHT-SIDE WHEEL ALIGNMENT TOE-IN TIE- RODS MAY FAIL DUE TO INCORRECT MACHINING.

Consequence

A FAILED TIE-ROD COULD LEAD TO A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED TIE-RODS, INSTALL A TIE-ROD KIT AND PERFORM A WHEEL ALIGNMENT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2011. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“STRANGE RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM UNDER THE FRONT OF THE CAR WHEN GOING OVER ROUGH LOCAL ROADS AT SPEEDS UNDER 25 MILES/HR. CHECKED BALL JOINTS AND TIRE RODS WHICH BOTH "APPEARS" TO BE IN GOOD CONDITION.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 26, 2018

“Since my recal had been over 15 years I’m The new owner the suspension went out i almost killed my self lost control of the vehicle almost resulting in going off a cliff I took my car to a repair shop they told me the tie rods :suspension had a recall on this vehicle to contact the dealer when…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 15, 2022

“Since my recal had been over 15 years I’m The new owner the suspension went out i almost killed my self lost control of the vehicle almost resulting in going off a cliff I took my car to a repair shop they told me the tie rods :suspension had a recall on this vehicle to contact the dealer when…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 15, 2022

“Rattles very bad under the car likes if it’s going to fall apart the steering would just go lose and not steer in the direction you are trying to steer in where I had to throw my emergency brakes to avoid collision something is not right under this vehicle it say my year make and model had a tie…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · April 11, 2022

2009 Maserati Quattroporte — common questions

Is the 2009 Maserati Quattroporte reliable?

The record is thin — 10 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2009 Quattroporte problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are suspension (5 complaints), electrical system (2 complaints), brakes (2 complaints).

Does the 2009 Maserati Quattroporte have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2009 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.