2014 Maserati Ghibli: what breaks, and at what mileage
What breaks on the 2014 Maserati Ghibli
On the 2014 Maserati Ghibli, the failure owners report most often is other speed control problem, with 6 reports on file. Across every failure mode on this year, half the dated reports were filed before 10,000 miles. Overall it scores 80 out of 100, severe risk for a 2014.
Severe risk for a 2014 — 21st riskiest of the 270 2014 vehicles we can rate. 34 owner reports; fleet size estimated from this year's own recall paperwork.
What owners report breaking
Owners have reported 14 named failure modes on the 2014 Maserati Ghibli, and the three most-reported carry 38% of everything filed.
Other speed control problem leads with 6 reports and about 1.0 per 1,000 vehicles.
Strut, shock or spring failure follows with 5 reports, median 10,000 miles. 4 of those reports mention a fire.
Backup camera failure follows with 2 reports, median 40,000 miles.
By system, the reports fall mostly into suspension (7), adas (6) and engine (3).
When these failures get reported
20 of the reports on the 2014 Maserati Ghibli came with an odometer reading, and half of those were filed before 10,000 miles.
Cumulatively, 95% by 50,000 miles of the dated reports had been filed.
The busiest stretch is between 0 and 10,000 miles, which alone holds 55% of the dated reports.
80% of the dated reports were filed below 36,000 miles, which is early enough that a fair number of these cars were still under a factory warranty when the owner complained.
Tick median reported mileage Solid middle half of reports Faint 10th to 90th percentile Colour how bad the failure is when it happens
Showing the 12 most-reported failure modes of 14. The full list is in the table below.
How reports accumulate
Every report with an odometer reading, cumulative, from 0 to 200,000 miles. A curve that climbs early is a car with early problems, whatever its total.
- Line share of reports filed by that mileage
- Dashed the median reported mileage
How bad it is when it goes
Across the named modes, 7 mention a crash, 4 a fire and 7 an injury. Those are the words owners used in their own complaints, and NHTSA does not verify them, but they are the closest thing in this data to a measure of what a failure actually did.
The average severity weight across every report on this year is 7.29, where a stalled engine or a failed airbag weighs many times more than a rattling trim panel, and a figure this high means the reports are dominated by failures with safety consequences rather than annoyances. The weighting is set out in full on the methodology page.
What the top failures cost to put right, as editorial estimates for an independent US shop rather than figures from NHTSA: other speed control problem at $250–$2,000, strut, shock or spring failure at $500–$2,000, backup camera failure at $250–$1,200 and other engine problem at $300–$4,000. Dealer labour, a seized bolt or a part that is no longer made can push any of these past the top of its range.
12% of the reports on this year sit in the engine, transmission, drivetrain or cooling systems — the four where a repair bill is usually four figures.
Every reported failure mode
| Failure mode | System | Reports | With reading | 25th | Median | 75th | Per 1,000 | Typical repair | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other speed control problem | adas | 6 | 5 | — | 17k | — | 1.0 | $250–$2,000 | Critical |
| Strut, shock or spring failure | suspension | 5 | 4 | — | 8k | — | 0.8 | $500–$2,000 | Moderate |
| Backup camera failure | infotainment | 2 | 1 | — | 38k | — | 0.3 | $250–$1,200 | Moderate |
| Other engine problem | engine | 2 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.3 | $300–$4,000 | High |
| Other electrical problem | electrical | 2 | 1 | — | 9k | — | 0.3 | $250–$2,000 | Moderate |
| Other fuel system problem | fuel | 2 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.3 | $300–$2,200 | High |
| Other suspension problem | suspension | 2 | 1 | — | 11k | — | 0.3 | $350–$2,000 | Moderate |
| Other wheel or tire problem | wheels | 2 | 2 | — | 8k | — | 0.3 | $200–$1,500 | High |
| Other body or interior problem | body | 2 | 1 | — | 9k | — | 0.3 | $200–$2,000 | Moderate |
| No-start or intermittent start failure | engine | 1 | 1 | — | 74k | — | 0.2 | $200–$1,800 | Moderate |
| Wiring harness or short circuit | electrical | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.2 | $400–$3,500 | High |
| Parking brake failure | brakes | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.2 | $250–$1,300 | Moderate |
| Other powertrain problem | transmission | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 0.2 | $400–$4,500 | High |
| Other brake problem | brakes | 1 | 1 | — | 10 | — | 0.2 | $300–$1,800 | High |
| Unclassified problem | other | 4 | 3 | — | 11k | — | 0.6 | — | Moderate |
Rate per 1,000 uses a fleet-size estimate derived from recall paperwork for this exact model year. It is a lower bound. Repair costs are typical independent-shop ranges for the failure, not figures from these reports.
How often, against how many were built
Scaled by an estimate of how many of these cars exist, the 2014 Maserati Ghibli draws about 5.4 per 1,000 vehicles, which puts it in the 85th percentile of complaint rates among 2014 vehicles we can rate.
That denominator is the weakest number on the page and it is fair to say so plainly. Rate per 1,000 uses a fleet-size estimate derived from recall paperwork for this exact model year. It is a lower bound.
The working figure is 6,315 vehicles. If the true number is twice that, every rate on this page is half what it says; the ranking against other 2014 vehicles, which is what the risk score uses, is far more robust than the rate itself.
What owners wrote
Verbatim from NHTSA complaint narratives, trimmed for length. The odometer reading is the one the owner gave.
Other speed control problem
When accelerating, the gas pedal got stuck. Approximately 1 month ago, it happened. My husband thought that maybe he stepped on the gas instead of the brake so he didn't report it. Then yesterday, we were on the freeway with my children and it happened again. Even when you press on the brake, the car kept accelerating and got stuck to the floor. My husband thought maybe the gas pedal got stuck on the floor mat so he pulled it back. He had to put it in neutral and pumped on the brakes until it stopped. He then continued driving on the freeway and accelerated again and it happened again. This car is a deathtrap and this needs to be investigated asap. *tr
3/18/2016 motor vehicle accident due to acceleration due to the gas petal sticking. Progressive insurance is handling a personal injury claim and vehicle damage claim. Claim number 16--2013182 adjuster is keith pelkey 904-423-4423. The personal injury claim is in litigation. Further documents for subrogation will be provided on request.
Strut, shock or spring failure
Tl* the contact owned a 2014 maserati ghibli. The contact stated the vehicle was included in a manufacturers recall for the gear shift lever for which they received the repair. The contact stated that after receiving the repair, the vehicle would drift to the left or right whenever driving in highway speeds. The contact also noticed that the left side of the vehicle was lower than the right side. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, when another vehicle suddenly merged in front causing the contact to steer their vehicle to the right in order to avoid a crash. When turning the steering wheel to the right, the vehicle suddenly drifted left. The contact attempted to gain control however, the vehicle spun around and crashed into a tree. The vehicle caught on fire and the vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. A police report was filed. The contact received neck, hip, and leg injuries that required medical attention. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 8,000. Updated 01/27/17*lj the consumer stated the coil spring and strut tower were replaced previously. Updated 02/07/17.*jb
Tl* the contact owned a 2014 maserati ghibli. The contact stated the vehicle was included in a manufacturers recall for the gear shift lever for which they received the repair. The contact stated that after receiving the repair, the vehicle would drift to the left or right whenever driving in highway speeds. The contact also noticed that the left side of the vehicle was lower than the right side. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, when another vehicle suddenly merged in front causing the contact to steer their vehicle to the right in order to avoid a crash. When turning the steering wheel to the right, the vehicle suddenly drifted left. The contact attempted to gain control however, the vehicle spun around and crashed into a tree. The vehicle caught on fire and the vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. A police report was filed. The contact received neck, hip, and leg injuries that required medical attention. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 8,000. Updated 01/27/17*lj the consumer stated the coil spring and strut tower were replaced previously. Updated 02/07/17.*jb
Recalls on the 2014 model year
NHTSA has issued 6 recall campaigns covering the 2014 Maserati Ghibli, affecting an estimated 21,422 vehicles. A recall is a different kind of evidence from a complaint: it is the regulator and the manufacturer agreeing that something has to be fixed, and the fix is free for as long as the car exists.
The campaigns cover fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fitt, electrical system:wiring, power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/t and suspension:rear. Whether the work was actually done on the car in front of you is a question only the VIN can answer, and the manufacturer or NHTSA will answer it free.
Recalls also distort complaint counts. Publicity about a campaign reminds owners that complaining is possible, so reports for a recalled component often spike after the recall rather than before it.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
6,334 vehicles 2018-11-26- Defect
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Maserati Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles. During production of the fuel lines, the lines may have been damaged, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line assemblies, free of charge, unless previously repaired under recall 17V-045. The recall began January 15, 2019. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 378. Note: This recall supersedes recall number 17V-045.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
39,381 vehicles 2017-01-20- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
- 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. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 342.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
12,631 vehicles 2016-06-10- Defect
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured June 1, 2013, to February 28, 2014. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may mislead owners about which gear the vehicle is in and may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to exit the vehicle while the vehicle is still in gear.
- Consequence
- Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the parking brake is not engaged.
- Remedy
- Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update, free of charge. The remedy software is currently in development. Owners were mailed an interim notification on July 1, 2016. A second notice will be mailed when the software is available. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 307.
SUSPENSION:REAR
26,464 vehicles 2016-05-02- Defect
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured February 1, 2013, to September 18, 2015. During the assembly process, the rear tie-rod to hub assembly attaching bolt may not have been properly tightened.
- Consequence
- An improperly tightened rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly attaching bolt may allow the tie-rod to separate from the hub carrier, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly attaching bolts to verify that they are properly tightened, replacing the rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 303.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
28,235 vehicles 2016-03-01- Defect
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured February 1, 2013, to November 30, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the driver-side floor mat anchor may break allowing the floor mat to move and get trapped between the accelerator pedal and the vehicle carpet.
- Consequence
- If the floor mat moves and becomes trapped between the accelerator and the vehicle carpet, it may result in very high vehicle speeds, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side floor mat and possibly the accelerator pedal cover, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 301. Note: These vehicles are equipped with a brake override system. In the event a pedal is trapped, pushing on the brake pedal will brake the vehicle and enable the driver to slow and stop and turn off the vehicle.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
139 vehicles 2014-10-17- Defect
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Quattroporte, and Ghibli vehicles manufactured July 23, 2014, to August 7, 2014. The fuel delivery hoses in the vehicles may have been improperly crimped.
- Consequence
- The improper crimp can cause a fuel leak and, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the entire fuel delivery line, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 256.
Recall work is free at a franchised dealer regardless of the car's age. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before assuming it was done.
How it ranks in the 2014 field
The score at the top of the page, placed among its peers. The zones are the same thresholds the scorer applies, read out of the scorer itself, so the picture and the band word cannot disagree.
Scores are ranked within the model year, never across years, because an older car has had longer to accumulate reports.
- Left fewer and less serious reports
- Right more, or worse
- Marker this vehicle
Where 2014 sits in the model line
Severe risk for a 2014 — 21st riskiest of the 270 2014 vehicles we can rate. Every score on this site is a rank inside its own model year, which is what makes a 2004 and a 2019 comparable at all.
Across the 3 model years of this car that carry enough reports to score, 2015 comes out best at 78 and 2017 worst at 84, with 2014 itself at 80.
No other year of this model scores meaningfully better than 2014, so if this generation is what you want, the year is not the lever.
Within the 2014–2018 generation specifically, 2015 is the strongest year at 78 and 2017 the weakest at 84.
Scores compare each year against other cars of the same model year, so a low number on an older car is a real result and not an artefact of age.
Shorter is better. Years with too few reports to score are shown without a bar rather than as a zero, because no data is not good news.
Within the 2014-2018 generation, 2015 Maserati Ghibli scores best at 78 and 2017 Maserati Ghibli worst at 84.
The limits of complaint data
34 owner reports; fleet size estimated from this year's own recall paperwork. Every count on this page is therefore a floor: it is the number of owners who went to the trouble of filing with a federal agency, which is a small and self-selected fraction of the owners who had the fault.
Of those 34 reports, 20 carried an odometer reading, so the mileages here describe 59% of the sample rather than all of it. Owners also round: readings pile up on multiples of ten thousand, which is why this site publishes "about 90,000 miles" and not "91,438".
Named failure modes come from matching phrases in the complaint text, so a badly worded complaint can land in the wrong bucket. The effect washes out across hundreds of reports and does not wash out across five.
And nothing here predicts what one car will do. These are other people's complaints, filed years apart, on cars maintained by strangers. Read the page as a map of where this model year has previously gone wrong, then have the specific car in front of you inspected.
Questions this page answers
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Maserati Ghibli?
The most-reported failures are other speed control problem (6 reports, median 15,000 miles), strut, shock or spring failure (5 reports, median 10,000 miles) and backup camera failure (2 reports, median 40,000 miles). Counts come from owner complaints filed with NHTSA, which are voluntary, so they show what owners bothered to report rather than every fault that occurred.
Is the 2014 Maserati Ghibli reliable?
It scores 80 out of 100 on our risk index, which is severe — 21st riskiest of the 270 2014 vehicles we can rate. The score is a comparison against other 2014 vehicles, not a prediction about any individual car, and it is built from complaint rates, severity and how early failures appear.
Which year of the Maserati Ghibli is best?
Within the 2014–2018 generation, 2015 scores best at 78 out of 100 and 2017 worst at 84. Same body, same engines, different luck.
Where this comes from. Every figure above is computed from NHTSA owner complaints and recall records for this exact make, model and year. Complaints are voluntary and self-selected, so treat counts as a floor. The methodology page writes out each formula, and the same numbers are available as JSON.
What breaks at my mileage Compare with another car
Source Owner complaints and recall records published by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, model years 1996–2027 Figures rebuilt Published by AtWhatMileage How every figure is computed