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2017 Maserati GhibliProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 23 owner complaints about the 2017 Maserati Ghibli, most often about the power train. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-046 the manufacturer reports only 80% of affected cars repaired.

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Safety recalls5Lowest repair rate 80%Owner complaints235 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage26kPower train, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 30, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2017 Maserati Ghibli has problems

23 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Power train71
Engine71
Electrical system61
Steering32
Service brakes33
Fuel/propulsion system20
Structure20
Vehicle speed control20
Wheels20
1 other systems11

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

5 recalls

2017 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.

90%repaired · 2019 Q3

Electrical system: software

Recall 18V-173 · Mar 14, 2018 · 9,044 vehicles · 8,098 repaired

Risk. If the transmission shifts into neutral or park unexpectedly, or if the engine shuts down without warning, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

90%repaired · 2018 Q1

Driveline: differential unit

Recall 16V-856 · Nov 28, 2016 · 326 vehicles · 295 repaired

Risk. A loose pinion gear may bind, possibly resulting in the rear wheels locking up and increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

97%repaired · 2018 Q1

Tires: sidewall

Recall 16V-840 · Nov 21, 2016 · 1,861 vehicles · 1,800 repaired

Risk. A loss of air may result in tire failure or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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90%repaired · 2018 Q1

Back over prevention: camera system

Recall 16V-839 · Nov 18, 2016 · 7,481 vehicles · 6,762 repaired

Risk. If the back-up camera is inoperable, it may be more difficult for the operator to see people or objects behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2017 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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NHTSA crash tests

2017 Maserati Ghibli safety ratings

2017 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 2017 Maserati Ghibli. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rear end of the vehicle made an abnormal tinging sound. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V856000(Power Train). The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the…
Complaint 11625276 · Nov 14, 2024 · 37,600 miles
There is a recall for a rear differential issue and Maserati had previously repaired the differential. However, the problem has persisted and I have about 41k miles on the vehicle and already having the same issue. There is a whining noise in the rear along with a leaking rear differential. Both…
Complaint 11600191 · Jul 8, 2024
I WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 60 MPH AND HAD TO BREAK BECAUSE A VEHICLE PULLED IN FRONT OF ME. MY VEHICLE SLOWED VERY WELL BUT WHEN I EASED UP OFF THE BREAK THE VEHICLE JUST ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AT A VERY HIGH RATE OF SPEED. I ALMOST COLLIDED WITH THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. I BRAKED AGAIN AND THE VEHICLE…
Complaint 11317796 · Mar 12, 2020 · 24,300 miles

Own a 2017 Ghibli?

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