2008 Maserati Quattroporte recalls and problems

The 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has 2 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Maserati dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
6
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2008 Maserati Quattroporte vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Maserati Quattroporte recalls

Recall 13V-196: Suspension

Reported May 13, 2013 · 7,438 vehicles affected · Maserati North America, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Risk: Failure of the tie rods may result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 09V-001: Suspension

Reported Jan 6, 2009 · 7,912 vehicles affected · MASERATI NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: 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.

Risk: In time, this could lead to noise, steering wheel vibration, and failure of the ball joint stud resulting in damage or separation of the suspension arm. This could result in a loss of steering capability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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. Owners may contact maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.

2008 Maserati Quattroporte problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension2
Engine2
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Mechanical › Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 45,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2008 Maserati Quattroporte complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 39,000 miles · reported Apr 12, 2019
The maserati 4.2l engine used in the early 2000s through early 2009 have an extremely high percentage that have an engine fault (Cam variator) that requires repair. Maserati north america knows of the issue, has issued a technical repair bulletin, but never took responsibility to issue a recall. The case is a faulty design as oil flow drains back to the sump when the car is not running. This results in internal engine damage requiring a repair that is in the $4,000+ range at a maserati dealer. Like mentioned, this a known issue by the manufacturer but they are yet to take responsibility for…
Equipment · at 80,062 miles · reported Mar 19, 2014
Spare tire jack falls apart and are very dangerous. Was trying to teach my daughter who is getting ready to drive. The lever is strong when extended but it literally torqued the bolt in half, collapsing the jack. Thank god the wheel was still on. Folks be aware. This is a 4500 lbs car. Shame on maserati for delivering a car like this with a compact car jack that can no way safely lift this car. The must be required to warn and replace with a properly suited jack that is legitimately capable of lifting the car safely.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Maserati Quattroporte have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Maserati Quattroporte: 13V-196 (suspension), 09V-001 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Maserati Quattroporte?

Owners report suspension problems most often (2 reports), followed by engine (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 45,000 miles.

Are Maserati recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Maserati dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.