Quattroporte (M139)
Engine Reliability Ratings
Maserati M 139
4.2L 8-cylView details
Complaint Breakdown
Known Issues
1 additional engine variant with fewer than 10 complaints not shown.
Vehicle-Level Issues
These issues affect the Maserati Quattroporte regardless of engine variant.
Recalls (6)
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.
Maserati is recalling certain model year 2012 Quattroporte, Granturismo, Granturismo Convertible, and Granturismo MC vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) may malfunction due to a software error, preventing the driver from being notified of a low tire pressure situation.
MASERATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 GRANTURISMO AND QUATTROPORTE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 3, 2008, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2008. THE REAR SUSPENSION LEFT-SIDE AND RIGHT-SIDE WHEEL ALIGNMENT TOE-IN TIE- RODS MAY FAIL DUE TO INCORRECT MACHINING.
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.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, A DEFECT IN THE ANTILOCK BRAKE/ANTI-SKID SYSTEM (ABS/ASR) ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) SOFTWARE MAY PREVENT THE SYSTEM FROM FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. A LOSS OF FUNCTION MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF CERTAIN ENHANCED STABILITY AND BRAKING CONTROL DURING SOME HIGH SPEED MANEUVERS AND HIGH SPEED BRAKING.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE POWER ASSIST DELIVERED BY THE STEERING RACK MAY NOT BE FULLY AVAILABLE WHILE MAKING EXTREME LEFT HAND TURNS FOR A PROLONGED PERIOD OF TIME. AN INTERNAL O-RING OF THE STEERING RACK CAN BECOME DISLODGED OR DISLOCATED CAUSING A LOSS OF POWER ASSIST TO THE DRIVER.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2005-2012 Maserati Quattroporte problems?
The 2005-2012 Maserati Quattroporte has accumulated 29 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Suspension, Engine, Electrical System. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.
Which Maserati Quattroporte engine is most reliable?
The 2005-2012 Maserati Quattroporte was offered with 2 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 4.2L 8-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.
Is the 2005-2012 Maserati Quattroporte a good used car?
The 2005-2012 Maserati Quattroporte can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 29 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 2005-2012 Maserati Quattroporte have?
The 2005-2012 Maserati Quattroporte has 29 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 2005-2012 Maserati Quattroporte?
There are 6 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2005-2012 Maserati Quattroporte vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — 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 Quattroporte?
Before buying a used Maserati Quattroporte, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Suspension, Engine, Electrical System, 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 Quattroporte have NHTSA crash test ratings?
NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2005-2012 Maserati Quattroporte. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 29 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: low. Last updated: 2026-04-07.