
2020 Maserati GHIBLI
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2020 Maserati GHIBLI has 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.2x the segment average of 33. The most common issue is engine problems (40% of all complaints), specifically: while driving around 45mph i began to smell a burning scent. this intensified and smoke began to enter the cabin of the car. i pulled over and called 911. after opening the hood the fire department extinguished a small fire in the engine compartment just forward of the driver steering wheel area.. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.
5
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
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Safety Stars
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vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 4 of 4)
ENGINE
2 complaints- • While driving around 45mph I began to smell a burning scent. This intensified and smoke began to enter the cabin of the car. I pulled over and called 911. After opening the hood the fire department extinguished a small fire in the engine compartment just forward of the driver steering wheel area.
- • While driving my 2020 Maserati Ghibli on a busy street, the engine suddenly seized without warning. The vehicle abruptly lost power, and I had to maneuver to the side of the road while traffic was flowing around me. Fortunately, I was able to avoid a collision, but the situation posed a serious risk
“While driving around 45mph I began to smell a burning scent. This intensified and smoke began to enter the cabin of the car. I pulled over and called 911. After opening the hood the fire department extinguished a small fire in the engine compartment just forward of the driver steering wheel area.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2020 Maserati GHIBLI
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5-Year Gas Price History
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Estimated Insurance Cost for 2020 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 2020 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 5 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐ENGINE: While driving around 45mph I began to smell a burning scent. This intensified and smoke began to enter the cabin of the car. I pulled over and called 911. After opening the hood the fire department extinguished a small fire in the engine compartment just forward of the driver steering wheel area.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BODY/STRUCTURE: The contact owns a 2020 Maserati Ghibli. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the driver’s side sun visor independently lowered, covering a large section of the driver’s side windshield. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a loc
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: The back up camera does not work . It is having the same issues in the current recall for newer models. It works very intermittently. Maybe works one out of 10 - 15 times.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: The back up camera does not work in my car. It works on occasion, very rare occasion. There is an active recall for this same issue with the manufacturer but according to my VIN it’s not included but I’m having same issues as the other cars are having.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Maserati GHIBLI — Year Comparison
How does 2020 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
Full years-to-avoid analysis →NHTSA Safety Rating
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At a Glance
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 1
- Crash reports
- 0
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 33
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