2016 Maserati GHIBLI
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2016 Maserati GHIBLI has 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.2x the segment average of 33. The most common issue is transmission problems (29% of all complaints), specifically: 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 man. There are 4 recalls issued for this model year.
7
Total Complaints
4
Recalls Issued
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Safety Stars
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vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 6)
TRANSMISSION
2 complaints- • 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 man
- • I have only 40k in my car and the dealer doesn’t want acceso the recall for the rear diff because is close
“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 man”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Recalls (4)
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, size 275/40R19 101W, that may develop cracks in their lower sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air.
Risk: A loss of air may result in tire failure or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Maserati's number for this recall is 324.
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2016 Maserati GHIBLI
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Estimated Insurance Cost for 2016 Maserati GHIBLI
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Maintenance & Warranty
Maserati New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
These are the terms for a new Maserati. If you're buying a used 2016 GHIBLI, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Maserati dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 7 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐TRANSMISSION: 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 man
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SPEED CONTROL: I WAS ENTERING HOLLYWOOD CASINO TO VALET MY CAR , I APPROACHED THE VALET MAN AND HE TOLD ME TO HOLD OFF A MINUTE BEFORE HE COULD GET TO MY CAR THEN A FEW MINS LATER HE WAVED ME TO DRIVE UP AND MY CAR TOOK OFF LIKE A TORPEDO , THE CAR STARTED REVVING UP AND TOOK OFF AND I COULDN'T STOP IT EVEN THOUGH
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BRAKES: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MASERATI GHIBLI. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, AN ABNORMAL SQUEAKING NOISE WAS DETECTED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THAT THERE WERE NO BRAKE PADS ON THE VEHI
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐VISIBILITY: Sun visor becomes lose and drops itself while driving completely obstructing drivers view of the road and creates chances of a fatal accident. Sun visor had a similar malfunction earlier and was replaced under warranty. The issues seems to be with poor design of the component.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 4 recalls have been completed — free at any Maserati dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Maserati GHIBLI — Year Comparison
How does 2016 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
Full years-to-avoid analysis →NHTSA Safety Rating
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At a Glance
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 4
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 1
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 33
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