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2012 Maserati Quattroporte problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2012 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.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2012 compare to other Quattroporte years?

Quattroporte NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 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, 2012 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2012 Maserati Quattroporte problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes133%
Other133%
Tires & Wheels133%

Does the 2012 Maserati Quattroporte have recalls?

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

12V489000Tires & WheelsOctober 9, 2012 · 485 units

Defect

Maserati is recalling certain model year 2012 Quattroporte, Granturismo, Granturismo Convertible, and Granturismo MC vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) may malfunction due to a software error, preventing the driver from being notified of a low tire pressure situation.

Consequence

If the driver continues to operate the vehicle with a tire that has low air pressure, the tire may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TPMS control unit free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2012. 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.

“The systems that failed is the emergency parking brake, as well as, the tire pressure monitoring system. Both systems would be available for inspection on request. Due to the failure of the emergency parking brake places not only the safety of others but myself, as well, at risk in the event of an…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · December 18, 2020

“THIS CAR, WHEN SOLD WITH THE 20" WHEELS HAS IS UNABLE TO SAFELY NEGOTIATE USUAL HIGHWAY CONDITIONS. THE TIRES FREQUENTLY BUBBLE OR BLOW OUT FROM THE SLIGHTEST IMPERFECTION IN THE ROAD SURFACE. THE CAR, FITTED WITH THIS TIRE AND WHEEL CONFIGURATION IS UNSAFE. YOU NEED TO DO A STUDY OF TIRE FAILURE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · September 8, 2014

“The systems that failed is the emergency parking brake, as well as, the tire pressure monitoring system. Both systems would be available for inspection on request. Due to the failure of the emergency parking brake places not only the safety of others but myself, as well, at risk in the event of an…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · December 18, 2020

2012 Maserati Quattroporte — common questions

Is the 2012 Maserati Quattroporte reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2012 Maserati Quattroporte have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2012 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.