Maserati Ghibli Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Maserati Ghibli model year (2014–2023) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Maserati Ghibli Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 21 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 33
3 recalls · 13 complaints
Top issue: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Problem score: 22
2 recalls · 14 complaints
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 20
Best Maserati Ghibli Years to Buy
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 1
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
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Maserati Ghibli — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 | — | — | 9 | Good |
| 2020 | 0 | 4 | — | — | 4 | Good |
| 2019 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 1 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 2 | 14 | — | — | 20 | Caution |
| 2016 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 11 | Good |
| 2015 | 3 | 13 | — | — | 22 | Avoid |
| 2014 | 2 | 21 | 3 | — | 33 | Avoid |
All 10 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Maserati Ghibli Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2018Recent Ghibli models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2018 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2016Mid-decade Ghibli units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2016 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Ghibli should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2014 Maserati Ghibli if possible. It has 2 recalls, 21 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 33 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Ghibli to buy?+
The 2019 Maserati Ghibli is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 1. It has only 0 recalls and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which Ghibli has the fewest problems?+
The 2019, 2022, 2023 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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