Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2008 Maserati Quattroporte, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Suspension2
- Engine2
- Engine and engine cooling1
- Equipment1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2008 Maserati Quattroporte failed the safety check 0.00% of the time — 100% less often than the average 2008 passenger car (2.48%). Median odometer at inspection: 45,570 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Engines
The most common engines in 2008 Maserati Quattroporte cars on Dutch roads are the 4.2 petrol (295 kW, 396 hp) and 4.7 petrol (317 kW, 425 hp).
| Engine | Power | Cars |
|---|---|---|
| 4.2 petrol | 295 kW 396 hp | 73 |
| 4.7 petrol | 317 kW 425 hp | 20 |
RDW Open Data (CC0): registered passenger cars and their fuel data · engine size rounded to 0.1 litre, net maximum power · versions with at least 20 cars
In the Netherlands
94 first registered in 2008 are on Dutch roads; 83% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €180,581.
Most common APK defects
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde39
- Dimlicht onjuist afgesteld20
- Waarschuwingsinrichting controlesysteem bandenspanning geeft15
- Band(en) aanwezig met een profieldiepte van 1,6 t/m 2,5 mm13
- Band onvoldoende profiel11
- Ruitenwisserinstallatie geeft onvoldoende zicht10
- Waarschuwingsinrichting airbag- / gordelsysteem geeft defect7
- Stadslicht werkt niet (goed)6
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
84 cars built in 2008 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 52 more were declared off the road (SORN).
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124, year of manufacture) · Open Government Licence v3.0
MOT test results in Great Britain
In 2023, 119 of these cars first registered in 2008 took their annual MOT test. 80% passed first time; among all cars first registered in 2008 the figure was 57%.
| Failed on | These cars | All cars from 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 7.6% | 11.3% |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 7.6% | 19.8% |
| Suspension | 6.7% | 17.2% |
| Tyres | 6.7% | 7.6% |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Visibility | 2.5% | 6.7% |
DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, 2023 (Department for Transport) · Open Government Licence v3.0 · first tests only; a fix made at the test station within the hour still counts as a fail
In New Zealand
20 2008 cars are on the New Zealand register; 50% arrived as used imports, 45% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 1 variant: combined 17.1 L/100 km (about 14 mpg US), CO₂ 393 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quattroporte · Full-size · Premium gasoline | 20.0 | 13.5 | 17.1 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls in Canada
2 Transport Canada recalls for the 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
| 2013163 13 May 2013 | Steering On certain vehicles, the rear suspension tie rods (for alignment toe adjustment) may corrode and fail. This could result in a loss of vehicle control and a cra… |
| 2009016 19 Jan 2009 | Suspension On certain vehicles, the front and rear suspension upper and lower ball joint nuts may have been incorrectly torqued during vehicle assembly. This could allow … |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
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 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.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Maserati told its dealers about the 2008 Maserati Quattroporte: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011979 | his Technical bulletin serves as a guideline and outlines requirements when considering a possible engine replacement on Maserati vehicles. Please refer to Bulletin MAS004175 PNP 24-01 Light Engine - Long Block Repairs Under Warranty for further information. |
| 11011971 | his Technical bulletin serves as a guideline and outlines requirements when considering a possible engine replacement on Maserati vehicles. Please refer to Bulletin MAS004175 PNP 24-01 Light Engine - Long Block Repairs Under Warranty for further information. |
| 11010688 | As an essential component in the electrical system in Maserati vehicles, the battery plays a crucial role in ensuring reliable performance and safety. To help maintain battery peak condition, and ensure optimal performance, this bulletin covers important warranty policies, and guidelines for testing, maintenance, and diagnosis of batteries using the new E-XTEQ MAXIMUS battery charger/tester. Please refer to the most recently published BOL Policy and Prior Approval Components List to verify if a BOL Report is required for battery replacement. |
| 11009527 | This technical bulletin provides guidance and additional information on normal shock absorber operations that are often mistakenly identified as defective. It establishes criteria for inspecting and diagnosing shock absorbers for potential leakage to help prevent the unnecessary replacement of non-defective components |
| 11008928 | This bulletin serves as a guide and provides some additional important info for servicing/repairing the rear differential axle seals on certain Maserati vehicles. |
| 11008927 | This Diagnostic Sheet serves as a guide and provides additional diagnostic info for possible rear exhaust noise anomalies. |
| 11005389 | MDEVO Release 9.8.1 new features New login interface Active diagnosis introduction for Go direct function (only for BEV vehicles) MY25 version for all vehicles, Hard Reset function (Active Diagnosis), specs update, general improvements. |
| 11002665 | Maserati has introduced an HDEV5 injector O-ring replacement kit (PN 900100008) to guarantee the best possible quality for the success of the corresponding replacement operation. This tool makes it possible to replace the individual injectors of the V6 and V8 engines of the Ghibli, Quattroporte and Levante, avoiding complete rail replacement, for the first time in a procedure. |
| 11000473 | This Diagnostic Sheet serves as a guide and provides additional diagnostic info for possible DTC"P0090 - Fuel Pressure Regulator Control Circuit 1 Open" stored in the engine control unit (ECM). |
| 11000466 | This Technical bulletin serves as a guide and provides additional diagnostic info for possible steering wheel vibration when braking. This Bulletin serves as an ADDENDUM to MAS002731 |
| 10252195 | Circular Letter. |
| 10252194 | Circular Letter. |
| 10252192 | Technical Information. |
| 10252190 | Technical Information. |
| 10252189 | Diagnostic Sheet. |
| 10252188 | Technical Information. |
| 10252186 | Technical Information. |
| 10252183 | Daignostic Sheet. |
| 10207931 | Technical Information - Help diagnose possible malfunctions of the courtsey lights on the Sun Visor. |
| 10207930 | Circular Letter - Wheels rotation procedure for Maserati vehicles in stock. |
| 10203315 | Technical Information -Shock Absorber Leaks. |
| 10203311 | Technical Information - Door Panel Damage when removing the door panel. |
| 10202421 | Noise from variator. |
| 10202417 | Mechanical adjustment and electronic adjustment of the parking brake. |
| 10202412 | Gearshift paddle retrofit. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)