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MASERATI GHIBLI (1967–2026) — Technical Guide, Fault Codes & Maintenance
Built 1967–2026 · all production years covered on this single page
3.0L V6 Twin Turbo • Gasoline
2026
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Every figure on this Maserati Ghibli (1967–2026) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.
The Maserati Ghibli (1967–2026) is powered by a 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo engine. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.
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Fluids & lubricants
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Fault codes (OBD2)
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Recalls & TSB
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COMMON PROBLEMS
Transmission fault signal (TCM)MODERATE
The transmission module detected a fault — check separate transmission codes.
Related codes: P0700
Misfire / Loss of cylinderMODERATE
Rough running, idle vibration, power loss.
Related codes: P0300
Thermostat: coolant temperature lowLOW
Thermostat stuck open — engine does not reach operating temperature.
Related codes: P0128
Battery/system voltage lowLOW
System voltage below 10V — check alternator, battery or wiring.
Related codes: P0562
P0011LOW
Check with an OBD2 scanner.
Related codes: P0011
AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS
Prices may vary by area and workshop.
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY
Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.
🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
💧 FLUIDS & LUBRICANTS
📋 RECALLS & TSB (39)
NHTSA 16V856000
Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit
Date: 28/11/2016
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2017 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured July 1, 2016, to October 12, 2016. The rear differential unit pinion nut may not have been properly tightened, allowing the pinion nut to loosen.
NHTSA 18V831000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 26/11/2018
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Maserati Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles. During production of the fuel lines, the lines may have been damaged, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
NHTSA 18V831000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 26/11/2018
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Maserati Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles. During production of the fuel lines, the lines may have been damaged, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
NHTSA 18V347000
Structure › Frame And Members
Date: 25/05/2018
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.
NHTSA R/2019/239
Front Headlamps Full Led Version Headlamp Vertical Beam Out Of Compliance
Date: 24-07-2019
Front headlamps full LED version headlamp vertical beam out of compliance.
NHTSA 17V834000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 21/12/2017
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.
NHTSA 16V840000
Tires › Sidewall
Date: 21/11/2016
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, siz…
NHTSA 16V840000
Tires › Sidewall
Date: 21/11/2016
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, siz…
NHTSA 25V098000
Back Over Prevention › Software
Date: 20/02/2025
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Grecale, 2023-2025 MC20 Cielo, 2024 Granturismo, GranCabrio, 2021-2024 Levante, Ghibli, Quattroporte, and 2022-2025 MC 20 vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such,…
NHTSA 25V098000
Back Over Prevention › Software
Date: 20/02/2025
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Grecale, 2023-2025 MC20 Cielo, 2024 Granturismo, GranCabrio, 2021-2024 Levante, Ghibli, Quattroporte, and 2022-2025 MC 20 vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such,…
NHTSA 25V098000
Back Over Prevention › Software
Date: 20/02/2025
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Grecale, 2023-2025 MC20 Cielo, 2024 Granturismo, GranCabrio, 2021-2024 Levante, Ghibli, Quattroporte, and 2022-2025 MC 20 vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such,…
NHTSA 25V098000
Back Over Prevention › Software
Date: 20/02/2025
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Grecale, 2023-2025 MC20 Cielo, 2024 Granturismo, GranCabrio, 2021-2024 Levante, Ghibli, Quattroporte, and 2022-2025 MC 20 vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such,…
NHTSA 17V046000
Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust
Date: 20/01/2017
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.
NHTSA 17V046000
Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust
Date: 20/01/2017
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.
NHTSA 17V046000
Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust
Date: 20/01/2017
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.
NHTSA 17V046000
Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust
Date: 20/01/2017
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.
NHTSA 16V839000
Back Over Prevention › Camera System
Date: 18/11/2016
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2017 Quattroporte, Ghible, and Levante vehicles manufactured July 1, 2016, to November 14, 2016. In temperatures below freezing, the entertainment telematics module (ETM) may place itself in a protection mod…
NHTSA R/2016/046
Throttle Pedal May Stick In Any Position
Date: 18-03-2016
Throttle pedal may jam in any position. This can lead to a heightened risk of a collision.
NHTSA 14V654000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 17/10/2014
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Quattroporte, and Ghibli vehicles manufactured July 23, 2014, to August 7, 2014. The fuel delivery hoses in the vehicles may have been improperly crimped.
NHTSA 14V654000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 17/10/2014
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Quattroporte, and Ghibli vehicles manufactured July 23, 2014, to August 7, 2014. The fuel delivery hoses in the vehicles may have been improperly crimped.
NHTSA 24V269000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 15/04/2024
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles. The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.
NHTSA 24V269000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 15/04/2024
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles. The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.
NHTSA 18V173000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine
Date: 14/03/2018
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2017 Quattroporte vehicles equipped with V6 engines and Maserati Ghibli vehicles. Due to an engine software problem, at slow speeds such as stop-and-go traffic, the transmission may unexpectedly shift into neutral or p…
NHTSA R/2016/226
Loss Of Control
Date: 14-10-2016
Due to a manufacturing issue the front wheel bearing can become noisy and vibrate. If the driver does not take notice of these warnings then the bearing could fail and cause loss of control of the vehicle.
NHTSA 21V872000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 10/11/2021
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Quattroporte, Ghibli, 2021-2022 Levante, and 2022 MC20 vehicles. The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.
NHTSA 21V703000
Seat Belts
Date: 10/09/2021
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Levante, Quattroporte, and Ghibli vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to co…
NHTSA 16V424000
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)
Date: 10/06/2016
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured June 1, 2013, to February 28, 2014. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may mislead o…
NHTSA R/2017/235
Possible Short Circuit Of Driver Seat Wiring
Date: 10-07-2017
Some vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect driver seat wiring harness layout which can cause the seat wiring harness to rub against metal points on the seat/seat frame assembly through normal seat adjustment operation. Over time this can lead to an inoperative se…
NHTSA R/2016/122
Possible Loss Of Vehicle Control
Date: 09-06-2016
In extreme and hard driving conditions it is possible for the rear tie rod fixing bolt to become loose which can ultimately result in loss of vehicle control.
NHTSA 16V649000
Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing
Date: 08/09/2016
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ghibli vehicles manufactured March 11, 2015, through May 14, 2015. The right and/or left front wheel bearings may have insufficient hardness, resulting in their premature failure.
NHTSA 21V613000
Tires
Date: 05/08/2021
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Quattroporte Trofeo and Ghibli Trofeo vehicles equipped with optional 21-inch tires. The tire placard may have incorrect tire pressure information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of …
NHTSA R/2021/441
Wrong Type Variant Version On Statutory Plate.
Date: 03-12-2021
Wrong TVV (Type-Variant-Version) on statutory plate.
NHTSA R/2024/206
Date: 03-06-2024
On affected vehicles the pressure/temperature sensor within the short fuel line may cause a possible fuel leakage in engine bay. This may lead to a loss of power and in the worst case a potential fire.
NHTSA 16V264000
Suspension › Rear
Date: 02/05/2016
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 tighte…
NHTSA 16V264000
Suspension › Rear
Date: 02/05/2016
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 tighte…
NHTSA 16V264000
Suspension › Rear
Date: 02/05/2016
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 tighte…
NHTSA 16V122000
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal
Date: 01/03/2016
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 tra…
NHTSA 16V122000
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal
Date: 01/03/2016
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 tra…
NHTSA 16V122000
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal
Date: 01/03/2016
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 tra…
COMMON OBD2 CODES TO CHECK
P0420
P0420
Powertrain
P0171
P0171
Powertrain
P0300
P0300
Powertrain
P0128
P0128
Powertrain
P0455
P0455
Powertrain
P0700
P0700
Transmission
P0442
P0442
Powertrain
P0172
P0172
Powertrain
P0401
P0401
Powertrain
All documented fault codes for this vehicle
The most documented diagnostic codes for this model, by system and severity. Tap a code for the full guide.
P0455
powertrain
LOW⏱ 0.62h avgP0442
powertrain
LOW⏱ 0.62h avgP0440
powertrain
LOW⏱ 0.78h avgP0420
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.24h avgP0300
powertrain
HIGH⏱ 1.22h avgP0172
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.13h avgP0171
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 0.95h avgP0730
transmission
MEDIUM⏱ 1.25h avgP0700
transmission
HIGH⏱ 1.25h avgP0401
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.25h avgP0011
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 5.4h avgU0100
network
HIGHP0562
electrical
MEDIUM⏱ 0.58h avgP0128
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 0.88h avg
DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE
53 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.
Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
REPORTED COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS (NHTSA)
79 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Maserati Ghibli across model years 1967–2026. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.
9 crash reports 3 fires 5 injuries
Complaints by model year (most reported first)
Model year 201524
Model year 201721
Model year 201419
Model year 20167
Model year 20205
Model year 20192
Model year 20181
Most reported components (all years)
Vehicle Speed Control16
Electrical System15
Power Train14
Engine12
Suspension9
Service Brakes9
Sample reports
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MASERATI GHIBLI. WHILE DRIVING SLOW SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND DROVE TO PARK PLACE MASERATI (2425 W N… (MY 2017)
MASERATI IS TOTALLY AWARE THAT THEIR FRONT IN IS SO BAD FROM THE FACTORY THAT THEY ARE NOW REPAIRING THIS MASSIVE REPAIR AT THEIR EXPENSE. HOWEVER THIS WEARS OUT ALL THE TIRES IN LESS THAN 10000 MILES. THE TREAD IS PERFECT AND THE TI… (MY 2014)
AFTER 365 IGNITION FLASH RECALL, THE CAR STARTED TO FAIL TO ACCELERATE PROPERLY ON DEMAND WHILE IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY. I FELT LIKE THE GEARS WERE SLIPPING, DID NOT ENGAGE THE PROPER GEAR ON ACCELERATION. CAUSING THE CAR TO LOOSE SPEED I… (MY 2017)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MASERATI GHIBLI. WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE BACK UP CAMERA WAS DARK, BLINKING, AND HAD SQUIGGLY LINES ACROSS THE MONITOR. THE CAMERA WAS INOPERABLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTA… (MY 2014)
Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures cover production years 1967–2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Maserati Ghibli have any safety recalls?
Yes — 39 official NHTSA recall campaign(s) affect this model, mainly: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES. Check the recalls section for your exact year/VIN.
What does fault code P0300 mean on the Maserati Ghibli?
Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0128 mean on the Maserati Ghibli?
Coolant temperature below thermostat regulating temperature — thermostat stuck open or faulty This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0011 mean on the Maserati Ghibli?
A Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1) This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
Are brakes problems common on the Maserati Ghibli?
Yes — 19 of 78 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the brakes. One owner reported: “The 2014 Maserati Ghibli with VIN number [XXX] has been experiencing significant wiring issues, which have resulted in the car shutting off unexpectedly while driving this is a danger to drivers beca…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are engine problems common on the Maserati Ghibli?
Yes — 22 of 78 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the engine. One owner reported: “The 2014 Maserati Ghibli with VIN number [XXX] has been experiencing significant wiring issues, which have resulted in the car shutting off unexpectedly while driving this is a danger to drivers beca…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are electrical problems common on the Maserati Ghibli?
Yes — 23 of 78 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the electrical. One owner reported: “The 2014 Maserati Ghibli with VIN number [XXX] has been experiencing significant wiring issues, which have resulted in the car shutting off unexpectedly while driving this is a danger to drivers beca…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Maserati Ghibli (1967–2026)?
Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.
How often should the Maserati Ghibli (1967–2026) be serviced?
Routine maintenance for the Maserati Ghibli (1967–2026) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.
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