Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2017 Maserati Quattroporte
The 2017 Maserati Quattroporte has several recalls, addressing critical issues such as transmission behavior, fuel pump failure, and rear differential unit problems. Potential buyers should be cautious and verify resolution of these recalls, as they can significantly affect performance and safety.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Maserati Quattroporte has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #18V173000 Software error may cause Shift to Neutral or Stall NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V610000 Fuel Pump may Fail and cause Stall NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V046000 Seat Wiring Harness may Short Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V856000 Rear Differential Pinion Nut Improperly Torqued NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V840000 Tire Sidewalls may Crack NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V839000 Back-Up Camera Disabled in Very Cold Temperatures NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
Known issues to inspect
Unexpected engine shutdown
How to check: Check for any engine warning lights and recall resolution.
Shifts into neutral unexpectedly
How to check: Test drive at low speeds and check for neutral shifting.
Front seat wiring harness short
How to check: Operate seat adjustments and check for electrical shorts.
Back-up camera disables in cold
How to check: Test back-up camera function in cold temperatures.
Tire sidewall cracks
How to check: Inspect tire sidewalls for cracks or damage.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Engine starts smoothly without stalling.
Red flag: Engine stalls unexpectedly.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check for unusual noises or warning lights.
Red flag: Warning lights stay on.
- 03
City driving
What to check: Transmission shifts smoothly, without neutral shifts.
Red flag: Transmission shifts into neutral.
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Check for smooth acceleration without power loss.
Red flag: Noticeable power loss or stalling.
- 05
Ending the test drive
What to check: Inspect tires for sidewall cracks.
Red flag: Visible cracks in tires.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the transmission recall been fixed?
- Are there any unresolved recalls?
- Has the fuel pump resistor been replaced?
- Have the tires been inspected for cracks?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair records
- Service history
- Warranty paperwork
- Title and registration
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Maserati Quattroporte at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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