The most-reported Ghibli run is ZAM57RTAXE1 (2014 builds) with 5 complaints, 3.6× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 18% of reports; 2014 is the worst model year at 1.9 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns for Ghibli model years 2014–2024.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Maserati Ghibli has 57 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 22% of every Ghibli complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZAM57RTAXE1•••••• | 2014 | — | — | |
| ZAM57RTA4E1•••••• | 2014 | 2 | 1 | |
| ZAM57RTA9F1•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| ZAM57RTS4H1•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| ZAM57XSA6E1•••••• | 2014 | — | — | |
| ZAM57XSAXL1•••••• | 2020 | — | — | |
| ZAM57XSA1E1•••••• | 2014 | 1 | — | |
| ZAM57RTA1F1•••••• | 2015 | 1 | — | |
| ZAM57RTA4F1•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| ZAM57XSA5F1•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| ZAM57XSA9F1•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| ZAM57XSA0F1•••••• | 2015 | — | — |
Each of the other 45 Ghibli runs has 2 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 43 Ghibli VINs so far, most often 2017, 2022, 2018 builds; 1 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Maserati Ghibli the gap between build years is 1.9×: a 2014 car draws 1.9 complaints per run, a 2016 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | — | |
| 2017 | 21 | 17 | 3 | |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 24 | 16 | 2 | |
| 2014 | 19 | 10 | 3 |
Heaviest year here is 2014 at 1.9 complaints per run; lightest is 2016 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 18% of everything Maserati Ghibli owners report: Electrical System, 16 of 79 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | — | |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | |
| Engine | — | 2 | |
| Suspension | 2 | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 1 | |
| Wheels | — | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 18 recall campaigns on the Maserati Ghibli; the 6 below cover build years 2014 to 2024. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 25V098000 | Back Over Prevention:software | 2021–2024 |
| 17V046000 | Seats:front Assembly:power Adjust | 2014–2017 |
| 16V264000 | Suspension:rear | 2014–2016 |
| 16V122000 | Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal | 2014–2016 |
| 24V269000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 2021–2022 |
| 16V840000 | Tires:sidewall | 2016–2017 |
25V098000 was opened in 2025 on cars built from 2021: 4 years on the road before the recall.
The Ghibli against its rivals
The Ghibli draws 1.4 complaints per production run; the Toyota Camry 5.7, the Honda Accord 4 and the Tesla Model 3 18.3. That is the lowest rate of the 4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maserati Ghibli | 79 | 57 | 11.4% | |
| Toyota Camry | 15,758 | 2,788 | 15.3% | |
| Honda Accord | 20,581 | 5,117 | 7.8% | |
| Tesla Model 3 | 4,173 | 228 | 9.8% |
How serious were they
Of the 79 reports on the Maserati Ghibli, 11.4% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Maserati Ghibli | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 79 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 9 (11.4%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 3 (3.8%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 97% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Maserati Ghibli share of that is 79 complaints over 57 runs, 0.01% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Maserati Ghibli VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 79 NHTSA complaints from 57 Ghibli runs and 18 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Ghibli production run has the most complaints?
ZAM57RTAXE1, a 2014 build, with 5 complaints. The typical Ghibli run has 1.4.
Which Ghibli years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2014 is heaviest at 1.9 complaints per run and 2016 lightest at 1.
Does the Ghibli get more complaints than the Toyota Camry?
No: 1.4 complaints per production run for the Ghibli against 5.7 for the Toyota Camry.
How many Ghibli complaints involve a crash?
11.4% of 79 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 3 involved a fire.
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