Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2014 Maserati Quattroporte
The 2014 Maserati Quattroporte, while luxurious, has recalls affecting fuel lines, seat wiring, gear indications, rear suspension bolts, and floor mats. It's crucial to ensure these issues have been addressed before purchasing, as they could impact safety and performance.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2014 Maserati Quattroporte has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 8 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #18V831000 Fuel Line Damage may cause Fuel Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V046000 Seat Wiring Harness may Short Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V424000 Driver may Exit Vehicle when it is not in PARK NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V264000 Improperly Torqued Rear Tie Rod Bolt NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V122000 Floor Mat Interference with Accelerator Pedal NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V654000 Improper Fuel Line NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 3 complaints
- Unknown or Other 2 complaints
- Air Bags 1 complaint
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Engine 1 complaint
- Fuel/Propulsion System 1 complaint
Of the 8 complaints on file, 3 report a crash; across all 8 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Fuel line leaks
How to check: Inspect the fuel lines for visible leaks or damage.
Loose rear suspension bolts
How to check: Check if the rear suspension bolts are properly tightened.
Gear indication errors
How to check: Ensure the gear indicator correctly reflects the engaged gear.
Seat wiring short
How to check: Test seat adjustments for consistent operation and fuses.
Floor mat interference
How to check: Ensure floor mats are secure and properly positioned.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Look for fuel leaks or strong gasoline odors.
Red flag: Smell of fuel inside cabin
- 02
Parking lot maneuvers
What to check: Check for smooth gear changes and accurate indications.
Red flag: Gear position mismatch
- 03
Initial acceleration
What to check: Notice any lag or unintended accelerations.
Red flag: Unexpected speed increase
- 04
Cruising speed
What to check: Listen for noise from rear suspension area.
Red flag: Clunking or rattling noises
- 05
Seat adjustment
What to check: Test seat movement and check for power loss.
Red flag: Seat adjustment malfunction
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have all recalls been completed?
- Any known issues with the fuel system?
- Is there any suspension work done recently?
- Have you had any seat adjustment problems?
- How often do you service the transmission?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair records
- Maintenance records
- Vehicle history report
- Title and registration
- Warranty documentation
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2014 Maserati Quattroporte at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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