VIN REPORT

ZAM45MMA0C00662682012 MASERATI GranturismoAutomatic and Convertible

3of 100
Low Risk
Buyer Risk Score
Recalls
1
1 campaign found
Safety Grade
C+
78/100 composite
Complaints
1
NHTSA filed
Vehicle Age
14 yrs
Made in ITALY
BUYPurchase Verdict

2012 MASERATI Granturismo was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There is 1 open recall on record — verify these have been repaired before purchase. 1 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA — review the complaint section for the most common failure patterns.

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Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2012 MASERATI Granturismo

2012 MASERATI Granturismo was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There is 1 open recall on record — verify these have been repaired before purchase. 1 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA — review the complaint section for the most common failure patterns.

  • 1 open recall — verify these have been repaired before purchase
Owner Complaint Intelligence

1 owner complaints filed — top areas: Suspension/Wheels (100%).

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of 100
Low Risk
Low risk profile — minor signals only, likely routine.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
1 Contributing Risk Factor
1 model-wide recall on record
+3
Critical Alerts

Title Brand Check

Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle

Vehicle Specifications

Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database

Make
MASERATI
Model
Granturismo
Year
2012
Trim / Series
Automatic and Convertible
Body Style
Convertible/Cabriolet
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
8-cyl 4.7L
Doors
2
Manufacturer
MASERATI S.P.A.
Assembly
MODENA, ITALY

Assembly Plant Quality

Plant: MODENA, ITALY

CQuality55/100
Standard📍 MODENA, ITALY

No specific quality data available for this plant. No documented recall or complaint concentrations on record.

Safety

Safety Intelligence

Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data

C+
Score: 78/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety28/30
Complaint History30/30
5/100Low

✓ No high-risk recall components found

0/100
Basic
0 of 20 safety features detected
Missing: Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian AEB, Forward Collision Warning, Electronic Stability Control

The same components appear in both official NHTSA recalls and owner-filed complaints — a double-confirmed failure signal.

Suspension/Wheels
1 recall1 complaint
Recalls1

NHTSA Safety Recalls

1 RECALL
1found

NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 1 recall below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)

Average repair completion across 1 recall is ~60%. Always ask the seller for dealer service records confirming each repair.

60%
avg repaired

Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.

MASERATI Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
85%Fair

Recall completion rate data not available for MASERATI. Industry average is ~85%. Verify any open recalls with a dealer before purchase.

Avg time to remedy open recall: ~20 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports

Avg Fix Time
20mo
#12V489000
Sep 2012

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

SummaryMaserati 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.
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ConsequenceIf the driver continues to operate the vehicle with a tire that has low air pressure, the tire may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~60%

~40% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

Recall Intelligence

Detailed analysis of recall history and severity

LONG-STANDING OPEN
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
13.9yr open

⚠ One or more recalls have been open for over 5 years — may never have been repaired on this vehicle.

13 yrs ago
09/10/2012
Suspension/Wheels
1
Part Replacements
0
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
1 recall is over 2 years old — statistically less likely to have been completed. Verify repair status with any dealer using your VIN.
Complaints1

Complaint Intelligence

1 complaints analyzed across 1 system categories

Suspension/Wheels
1

Owner Complaints

1 safety complaint filed with NHTSA

1found
ODI #11331123TIRES,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR SYSTEM NOT WORKING RIGHT IN MOTION OR MOVING. *TR

Details & Analysis
Financial

5-Year Ownership Cost Estimate

Based on EPA fuel data, standard depreciation, and US average insurance/maintenance costs

$4,750
Annual Fuel
EPA estimate
$1,800
Annual Insurance
US average
$2,400
Annual Maintenance
14-yr-old vehicle avg
$0
Annual Depreciation
Current period
Estimated 5-Year Total Cost
Fuel + Insurance + Maintenance + Depreciation
$44,750

Estimates use EPA fuel economy data, AAA 2024 national averages for insurance and maintenance, and a standard depreciation curve. Actual costs vary by location, driving habits, and vehicle condition.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation

$46,864
~$781/mo over 5 yrs
$0.3/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$23,750
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$9,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$1,500
Depreciation
$5,114

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $46,864 (~$781/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Negotiation Ammunition

Use these data-backed findings to negotiate the price down

1 open recall (unverified repair status)−$500
1 recall over 2 years old — likely uncompleted−$400
Total recommended deduction−$900

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Tailored for the 2012 MASERATI Granturismo — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list

HIGH
Verify recall TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS has been repaired
Recall on record for: Maserati is recalling certain model year 2012 Quattroporte, Granturismo, Granturismo Convertible, and Granturismo MC veh
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: TIRES,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.

Recall Probability Forecast

Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals

5%
18-month
10%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 10%

5% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

Maintenance Schedule

OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions

Auction History

Public sale records from Copart, IAAI, and auction aggregators

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Insurance Cost Estimate

Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings

Full Coverage
$4,060–$5,170/yr
~$338–$431/mo
Liability Only
$790–$1,000/yr
~$66–$83/mo
Category: Ultra Luxury
14-year-old vehicle: −18% (depreciated ACV lowers full-coverage cost)

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

State-Specific Legal Protections

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Complete Data Table

All decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VINZAM45MMA0C0066268
Model Year2012
MakeMASERATI
ModelGranturismo
TrimAutomatic and Convertible
SeriesBase and S
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR

Body & Configuration

Body StyleConvertible/Cabriolet
Doors2
Fuel TypeGasoline

Engine

Engine Cylinders8
Displacement (L)4.7

Manufacturer

ManufacturerMASERATI S.P.A.
Assembly CityMODENA
Assembly CountryITALY

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)ZAM
Check Digit (Char 9)0
Model Year Code (Char 10)C
Plant Code (Char 11)0
Sequence (Chars 12–17)066268

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count1
NHTSA Complaint Count1

VIN Structure Decode

ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number

Z
1
A
2
M
3
4
4
5
5
M
6
M
7
A
8
0
9
C
10
0
11
0
12
6
13
6
14
2
15
6
16
8
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
Z
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
A
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
M
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
45MMA
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
0
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
C
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
0
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
066268
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
Italy
From VIN position 1 (Z)
Model Year Character
"C" → 2012
Could also be 1982
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 8/2/2026, 10:41:42 AM.