Maserati

Levante (M161)

2017-2023 · Luxury Sedan ยท 2 engines
Best Engine โœ… Recommended (4.0)
27 NHTSA Complaints
7 Recalls
1 Fire Reports
2 Crash Reports
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Engine Reliability Ratings

M156E

3.0L Turbo / 424 hp
โœ… Recommended (4.0)
12 complaints 2.4 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
5
electrical
4
other
3
wheels tires
1
suspension
1

Known Issues

Engine Issues (5 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (4 complaints)
Wheels/Tires Issues (1 complaints)

M156D

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo / 345 hp
โš ๏ธ Caution (2.3)
15 complaints 3.8 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
8
engine
7
brakes
4
steering
2
fuel system
1

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (8 complaints)
Engine Issues (7 complaints)
Brakes Issues (4 complaints)

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Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Maserati Levante regardless of engine variant.

Electrical System Issues (12 complaints)
electrical critical
Engine Issues (12 complaints)
engine critical

Recalls (7)

25V098000Feb 19, 2025serious
Back Over Prevention

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Grecale, 2023-2025 MC20 Cielo, 2024 Granturismo, GranCabrio, 2021-2024 Levante, Ghibli, Quattroporte, and 2022-2025 MC 20 vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

21V872000Oct 10, 2021serious
Fuel System

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Quattroporte, Ghibli, 2021-2022 Levante, and 2022 MC20 vehicles. The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.

19V521000Nov 6, 2019serious
Exterior Lighting

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2019 Levante vehicles equipped with full LED headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFLS). The headlights may be misadjusted above the maximum height allowed, possibly impairing other driver's visibility on the roadway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

18V347000May 24, 2018serious
Structure

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2018 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli, and Levante vehicles. The welds on the front sub frame may be incomplete, which can result in the welds breaking.

17V046000Jan 19, 2017serious
Seats

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.

17V161000Mar 12, 2017serious
Engine & Cooling

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2017 Levante vehicles. Due to an engine software problem, at slow speeds such as stop-and-go traffic, the transmission may unexpectedly shift into neutral or the engine may shut off.

16V839000Nov 17, 2016serious
Back Over Prevention

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2017 Quattroporte, Ghible, and Levante vehicles manufactured July 1, 2016, to November 14, 2016. In temperatures below freezing, the entertainment telematics module (ETM) may place itself in a protection mode, disabling the back-up camera.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2017-2023 Maserati Levante problems?

The 2017-2023 Maserati Levante has accumulated 27 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Electrical System, Engine, Brakes. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Maserati Levante engine is most reliable?

The 2017-2023 Maserati Levante was offered with 2 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 3L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2017-2023 Maserati Levante a good used car?

The 2017-2023 Maserati Levante can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 27 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017-2023 Maserati Levante have?

The 2017-2023 Maserati Levante has 27 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2017-2023 Maserati Levante?

There are 7 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2017-2023 Maserati Levante vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN โ€” check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Maserati Levante?

Before buying a used Maserati Levante, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Electrical System, Engine, Brakes, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Levante have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2017-2023 Maserati Levante. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 27 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: low. Last updated: 2026-04-07.

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