Most common 2006 Maserati Quattroporte problems
Share of the 3 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Maserati Quattroporte complaints by model year
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2006 Maserati Quattroporte recalls (3)
Suspension › Rear
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Quattroporte, 2008 Granturismo, and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C vehicles. The rear tie rod assemblies may have insufficient anti-corrosion material applied, allowing them to weaken and possibly fail.
Remedy: Maserati will notify owners and dealers will replace the tie rod assemblies. The recall began on June 27, 2013. Customers may contact Maserati at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's recall campaign number is 205.
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
Maserati is recalling 7,912 my 2008 gran turismo, quattroporte, and Alfa Romeo vehicles. Incorrectly torqued upper and lower ball joint nuts May cause the ball joint nuts to loosen.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TORQUE OF THE FRONT/REAR UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINT NUTS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE SUSPENSION ARMS AND HUB CARRIER. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2009.
Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
On certain passenger vehicles, the power assist delivered by the steering rack May not be fully available while making extreme left hand turns for a prolonged period of time. An internal o-ring of the steering rack can become dislodged or dislocated causing a loss of power assist to the driver.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RACK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 3, 2006. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
2006 Maserati Quattroporte engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 11 / 16 / 13 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2006 Maserati Quattroporte a good car?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 Quattroporte rates few complaints: 1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the Quattroporte 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 2006 Maserati Quattroporte?
The steering — 2 complaints, 67% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (2) and suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 2006 Maserati Quattroporte have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2006 Maserati Quattroporte, the most recent from May 13, 2013 (rear). 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 Quattroporte?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2016, 2017 and 2022. See the full Maserati Quattroporte years comparison.
At what mileage do 2006 Maserati Quattroporte problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 15,000 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.