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2009 Maserati QuattroporteRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 6 owner complaints for the 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. Most complaints involve suspension (5) and electrical system (2). The EPA rates it 14 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
14mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Aug 2011
Owner complaints
6
Top: suspension
Fuel cost / yr
$5,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

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

Steering: tie rod assembly

Free remedy

MASERATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 GRANTURISMO AND QUATTROPORTE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 3, 2008, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2008. THE REAR SUSPENSION LEFT-SIDE AND RIGHT-SIDE WHEEL ALIGNMENT TOE-IN TIE- RODS MAY FAIL DUE TO INCORRECT MACHINING.

SteeringReported Aug 5, 2011NHTSA 11V406000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 27, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

6 complaints filed with NHTSA · Sep 2017 – Sep 2026
  1. Suspension5
  2. Electrical system2
  3. Service brakes2
  4. Tires1
  5. Steering1

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 Quattroporte model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
20056
20063
20086
20096
20113
20122
20156
20181
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 27, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Suspension

5 reports
“Rattles very bad under the car likes if it’s going to fall apart the steering would just go lose and not steer in the direction you are trying to steer in where I had to throw my emergency brakes to avoid collision something is not right under this vehicle it say my year make and model had a tie rod recall in the rear but when they put my vin number to my car it shows there’s no recall on it well that’s weird if my vehicle make and model and years shoes it had a recall but not my vehicle and I was told by a mechanic when I tried to get an alignment on my vehicle they could not do it because of the tie rods did not look safe and I was told by them That this my vehicle make and model had a recall on the tie Rods to Take it to the dealer but there telling me my vin does not show up so do I wait until I get killed in this vehicle before someone adds my vin on the list or what”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 3, 2022Steering, SuspensionODI 11463150

Electrical system

2 reports
“Since my recal had been over 15 years I’m The new owner the suspension went out i almost killed my self lost control of the vehicle almost resulting in going off a cliff I took my car to a repair shop they told me the tie rods :suspension had a recall on this vehicle to contact the dealer when thru put my vin number in there system they said. There’s no recall on this vehicle but if you go on line there’s a recall on this year make model of. Cat maybe because the rd all bend since 2011 I don’t know maybe the owners before me tevirbdc a letter but it was sold to. Various owners not sure what to do”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 4, 2022Suspension, Electrical system, Service brakesODI 11459579

Service brakes

2 reports
“Since day one my car says parking brake failure see dealer and sit still goes on periodically”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 4, 2022Suspension, Electrical system, Service brakesODI 11459581
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 27, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Large Cars
Engines
4.2L 8-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 6-spd
Drive
Rear-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 27, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Quattroporte
Auto 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
121814$5,700635
  • Quattroporte
    Auto 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.2 L
    12 city · 18 hwy · $5,700/yr
    14
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 27, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2009 Maserati Quattroporte as of Oct 27, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 27, 2026
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

2009 Quattroporte questions

How many recalls does the 2009 Maserati Quattroporte have?

1 safety recall as of Oct 27, 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte problems?

Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are suspension (5), electrical system (2), service brakes (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2009 Maserati Quattroporte get?

The EPA rates the 2009 Maserati Quattroporte at 14 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 27, 2026