repaired · 2018 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
2016 Maserati GhibliProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2016 Maserati Ghibli, most often about the power train. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-046 the manufacturer reports only 80% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 1, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Maserati Ghibli has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Power train
1Air bags
1Back over prevention
1Service brakes
1Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
1Visibility/wiper
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2016 Maserati Ghibli recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Tires: sidewall
Risk. A loss of air may result in tire failure or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Suspension: rear
Risk. An improperly tightened rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly attaching bolt may allow the tie-rod to separate from the hub carrier, resulting in a loss of…
repaired · 2017 Q3
Accessory: floor mat
Risk. If the floor mat moves and becomes trapped between the accelerator and the vehicle carpet, it may result in very high vehicle speeds, which could cause a…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Maserati.
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other Ghibli year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Ghibli median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2016 Maserati Ghibli safety ratings
2016 Maserati Ghibli 4 DR RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Ghibli owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2016 Maserati Ghibli. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 50 mph, merging onto the interstate, the vehicle loss motive power without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the vehicle was waiting to be diagnosed. The vehicle remained at the dealer. The…
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