Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2019 Maserati LevanteRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 5 owner complaints for the 2019 Maserati Levante. Most complaints involve electrical system (4) and engine (1). The EPA rates it 15–17 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
15–17mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Jul 2019
Owner complaints
5
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$4,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Exterior lighting: headlights

Free remedy

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2019 Levante vehicles equipped with full LED headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFLS). The headlights may be misadjusted above the maximum height allowed, possibly impairing other driver's visibility on the roadway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Exterior lightingReported Jul 11, 2019NHTSA 19V521000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

5 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2020 – Apr 2021
  1. Electrical system4
  2. Engine1
  3. Suspension1
  4. Vehicle speed control1
  5. Steering1
  6. Service brakes1
  7. Seat belts1
  8. Other / unknown2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Levante model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
201715
20184
20195
20202
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

4 reports
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MASERATI LEVANTE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STOPPED ON A HILL, THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY SHUT-OFF AND ROLLED BACKWARDS. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO MOVE FORWARD. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE TOUCH SCREEN WAS OVERHEATING. THE TEMPERATURE INCREASED TO APPROXIMATELY 120 DEGREES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BOCH MASERATI (THE AUTOMILE, 441 PROVIDENCE HWY, NORWOOD, MA 02062, (888) 364-7175) AND WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A SOFTWARE UPDATE WAS NEEDED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATING AS DESIGNED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 20,000. INVALID VIN.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 30, 2021Electrical system, EngineODI 11414568

Engine

1 report

Suspension

1 report
“THE CAR HAS LOST POWER TWICE AT HWY SPEEDS, ALL STEERING AND CONTROL TAKE ALL OF YOUR STRENGTH TO MANAGE AND GET TO A SAFE PLACE. THEY HAVE REPLACED ALL OF THE DRIVE GEAR, ELECTRICAL SENSORS AND AS OF TODAY REPLACING ALL OF THE STEERING GEAR.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 3, 2021Suspension, Electrical systemODI 11399009
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

4 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 3.8L 8-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic 8-spd
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Levante
Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
152117$4,700521
Levante S
Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
152117$4,700532
Levante GTS
Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 3.8 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
141815$5,300580
Levante Trofeo
Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 3.8 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
141815$5,300580
  • Levante
    Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo
    15 city · 21 hwy · $4,700/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • Levante S
    Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo
    15 city · 21 hwy · $4,700/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • Levante GTS
    Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 3.8 L, Turbo
    14 city · 18 hwy · $5,300/yr
    15
    mpg comb.
  • Levante Trofeo
    Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 3.8 L, Turbo
    14 city · 18 hwy · $5,300/yr
    15
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2019 Maserati Levante as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 13581
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2019 Levante questions

How many recalls does the 2019 Maserati Levante have?

1 safety recall as of Oct 28, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2019 Maserati Levante problems?

Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (4), engine (1), suspension (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2019 Maserati Levante get?

The EPA rates the 2019 Maserati Levante at 15–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026