Most common 2017 Maserati Ghibli problems
Share of the 21 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Maserati Ghibli complaints by model year
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2017 Maserati Ghibli recalls (5)
Electrical system › Software
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 park, or the engine may shut off.
Remedy: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the software for the engine control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018.
Seats › Front assembly › Power adjust
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.
Remedy: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the seat wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017.
Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
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.
Remedy: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear differential unit pinion nut torque, and, as necessary, replace the rear differential unit, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2016.
Tires › Sidewall
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.
Remedy: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
Back over prevention › Camera system
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 mode, disabling the back-up camera.
Remedy: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will update the ETM software, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
What 2017 Maserati Ghibli owners say
Engine & cooling
Stopped at stop sign and slowly tried to accelerate. The car moved forward into oncoming traffic and almost stalled. To compensate I had to press accelerator hard and then engine finally woke back up. This has happened another time where the car stalled and shifted into neutral. This is a safety issue so now I accelerate aggressively so the car does not stall. There was a recall performed prior to my ownership that was report to have been performed but it seems it didn't resolve the issue completely.
The oil pressure light came on the display. The oil level was topped off and the oil light went off. The vehicle light came back on and the vehicle was immediately pulled over. The oil pressure display was reading about 25%, the vehicle was started and started to shake make a load noise from the engine. The vehicle was turned off and we notified Maserati emergency roadside assistance that we needed the vehicle towed to the dealership. We were notified that the dealership had cancelled all the vehicle error codes because there were too many. We were then told that the vehicle would be getting an oil change and an extensive road test. The next day we were told the vehicle needed a new engine but we had to furnish proof of an oil change. We had the oil changed 6 months prior but the repair shop had new ownership and they did not have the prior repair records. …
Transmission & drivetrain
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 contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage mileage was approximately 37,600.
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 signs of the original problem. Maserati has stated that the repair has already been done but this raises a serious safety concern as it could result in the rear differential locking up and causing an accident.
Electrical system
I was on my way home from work sitting at the red light and when I was release my feet from the brake to take to driving, the auto start failed to start the car and I was stuck on side the road for 30 minutes because my vehicle wouldn't not start. Finally the car started but I couldn't get it to go over 15 mph. The car has been to the shop twice for service. Once was an electrical and the other time they couldn't find nothing wrong with it. They said it just needed service. I serviced the vehicle as recommended and now it back doing the same thing again.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Maserati Ghibli. While driving approximately 5 MPH, there was a sudden loss of power and the brakes failed to engage when the brake pedal was depressed. As a result, the contact crashed into the rear of the preceding vehicle. A police report was filed. The contact sustained unknown injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to a collision center. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that a specialist would be assigned to take photos of the vehicle; however, a specialist failed to appear. The failure mileage was approximately 1,100.
2017 Maserati Ghibli engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 16 / 24 / 19 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 17 / 24 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Maserati Ghibli a good car?
Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Ghibli rates average: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the Ghibli at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Maserati Ghibli?
The engine & cooling — 7 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (7) and electrical system (6).
How many recalls does the 2017 Maserati Ghibli have?
There are 5 recalls for the 2017 Maserati Ghibli, the most recent from March 14, 2018 (software). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Maserati Ghibli?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2021 and 2016. See the full Maserati Ghibli years comparison.
At what mileage do 2017 Maserati Ghibli problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 24,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.