2017 Maserati Levante Problems
- Complaints
- 15filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 6,000miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 16 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl AWD · 14 city / 20 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 Maserati Levante (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 2017 Maserati Levante. The part named most often is engine, with 10 complaints (67% of the total), followed by electrical system (4) and other or unknown (4). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 6,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 113 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 14 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 9 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine10 67%
- Electrical system4 27%
- Other or unknown4 27%
- Brakes3 20%
- Fuel system1 6.7%
- Steering1 6.7%
- Body and structure1 6.7%
- Suspension1 6.7%
Also reported: Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Engine: “Bought the 2017 Levante in june 2017 and since september 2017, have experience multiple occurrences of the vehicle popping into neutral while either in drive or reverse at different speeds. Our local dealership/service manager is aware and has on record, they've experience the issue first hand. At some point in early december 2017, local service manager was told by Maserati na, a fix would be available by end of 2017. It is now april 2018 and Maserati na has no time-table for a fix . You all can imagine how dangerous this can be. …”
NHTSA complaint #11083305, filed 2018-04, 3,000 milesElectrical system: “Well i drove off lot and dealer didnt put Gas in the Car so half mile at stop light slowing down and when coming to full stop .Then seemed rpm went up a little then just Died.Put in park and restarted. So turning right to get in gas station the Kick Panel Falls on my feet and leg !! WTF . …”
NHTSA complaint #11663586, filed 2025-05Other or unknown: “I have owned this car for over 2 years now. It has been plagued with issues with the Stop/Start feature on the car. When I’m in heavy or slow traffic the car will shut off and may not restart like it’s supposed to. It will sometimes shift into neutral or park and I will have to scramble to press the engine start button then shift the car back into drive. This will also happen whenever I’m approaching a yield sign where I may not be making a complete stop. …”
NHTSA complaint #11520431, filed 2023-05Brakes: “When driving and approaching a stop at under 20 miles per hour, the brakes will fail and reverberate making a recoiling sound if I hit a bump or small pothole in the road. At that time, I loose control of the car because all braking systems fail. The car will continue to roll out of my control. There are no warning lights and the emergency brake also fails at this time. It is through the grace of God that I do not run into a person, auto or property. …”
NHTSA complaint #11424121, filed 2021-07Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 3,000 and 45,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2017 Maserati Levante version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levante AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,150 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 17V161000Mar 13, 2017Electrical system › SoftwareCovers: Maserati Levante 2017
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2017 Levante vehicles. Due to an engine software problem, at slow speeds such as stop-and-go traffic, the transmission may unexpectedly shift into neutral or the engine may shut off.
- 17V046000Jan 20, 2017Seats › Front assembly › Power adjustCovers: Maserati Levante 2017, Quattroporte 2014–2017, Ghibli 2014–2017
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Quattroporte and Ghibli, and 2017 Levante vehicles. Adjusting the front seats may cause the seat wiring harness to rub, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
- 16V839000Nov 18, 2016Back over prevention › Camera systemCovers: Maserati Levante 2017, Ghibli 2017, Quattroporte 2017
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2017 Quattroporte, Ghible, and Levante vehicles manufactured July 1, 2016, to November 14, 2016. In temperatures below freezing, the entertainment telematics module (ETM) may place…
Recall details for the 2017 Maserati Levante → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 113 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11034165Jul 9, 2026Other or unknown, Engine. Quattroporte / Ghibli / Levante V6 – Thermostat Gasket Availability This bulletin provides updated information and further clarification regarding the replaceability of the thermostat gasket on V6…
- 11034170Jun 9, 2026Engine, Other or unknown. Quattroporte / Ghibli / Levante V6 – Thermostat Gasket Availability This bulletin provides updated information and further clarification regarding the replaceability of the thermostat gasket on V6…
- 11033983Jun 9, 2026Engine, Other or unknown. This bulletin provides updated information and further clarification regarding the replaceability of the thermostat gasket on V6 engines installed on Quattroporte, Ghibli and Levante.
- 11032896May 6, 2026Engine, Other or unknown. Maserati Coolant Fluid Color Change. The previous pink coolant and the new purple coolant are fully compatible and may be mixed without affecting coolant quality, performance, or system behavior.
- 11031741Apr 21, 2026Other or unknown, Engine. Maserati Coolant fluid Color Change from pink to purple.
- 11031743Apr 16, 2026Wheels, Other or unknown. This Diagnostic Sheet provides updated diagnostic and repair guidance for a potential wheel hub clicking noise condition on M182 Grecale ICE vehicles (all model years). The procedures outlined are…
- 11031360Apr 15, 2026Fuel system, Other or unknown. This bulletin outlines the refinishing procedure for restoring the black coating on exhaust tips affected by peeling or flaking paint. This validated process is intended to avoid unnecessary…
- 11031363Apr 9, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides instructions for diagnosing and correcting issues with the rear exhaust silencer. These issues may include exhaust noise or bypass valve problems (including DTC P1217 and…
- 11029275Feb 24, 2026Other or unknown. A new software release “Jakarta 10.04.00” is now available for the MD and MDEVO/MDEVO2/MDEVO3. This update brings: • A new user interface for the software update application. • A cybersecurity layer…
- 11028829Feb 9, 2026Other or unknown. Maserati has created eight new special tools. These tools are mandatory and will be listed in the ModisCS+ Special Tools Catalog. Please also note that this catalog lists all the special tools…
Other model years of the Maserati Levante
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | 14,300 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 15 | 6,000 | 3 | — | 16 | — | Rising |
All Maserati Levante model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 Maserati Levante have?
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 2017 Maserati Levante as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 Maserati Levante is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 10 complaints (67% of the total), followed by electrical system with 4.
Has the 2017 Maserati Levante been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Maserati Levante get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Maserati Levante (Levante, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 16 mpg combined, 14 city and 20 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,150 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2017 Maserati Levante reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 6,000 miles and the middle half falls between 3,000 and 45,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.