The contact owns a 2018 Maserati Levante. The contact stated that after parking and occupying the vehicle at her residence inside her garage, the contact noticed smoke and a ball of fire coming from the cup holder console. The contact called 911. The contact stated she did not sustain any injuries. No medical attention was required. The contact stated that a fire report was filed, and the fire department was able to extinguish the fire. No police report was filed. The contact was relating her failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 17V046000 (SEATS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and they informed her that the matter would be escalated for a possible buyback, and advised the contact to reach out to the insurance provider. The contact mentioned the vehicle was still at her residence. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.
The worst 2018 Maserati Levante problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical2
- Acceleration1
- Seats1
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- Electrical2
- Acceleration1
- Seats1
Recalls 1
Structure: frame and members
- What is wrong
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2018 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli, and Levante vehicles. The welds on the front sub frame may be incomplete, which can result in the welds breaking.
- Risk
- If the welds fracture, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the sub frame for incomplete welds, replacing the sub frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1‑877‑696‑2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 369.
Recall number 18V347000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Maserati Levante 111
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The wheel alignment specifications for Maserati Ghibli, Quattroporte and Levante models have been updated
- Quattroporte / Ghibli / Levante V6 – Thermostat Gasket Availability
- This bulletin provides updated information and further clarification regarding the replaceability of the...
- Maserati Coolant Fluid Color Change
- Maserati Coolant fluid Color Change from pink to purple.
- This Diagnostic Sheet provides updated diagnostic and repair guidance for a potential wheel hub clicking...
- This bulletin outlines the refinishing procedure for restoring the black coating on exhaust tips affected...
- This bulletin provides instructions for diagnosing and correcting issues with the rear exhaust silencer
- A new software release “Jakarta 10.04.00” is now available for the MD and MDEVO/MDEVO2/MDEVO3. This update...
- Maserati has created eight new special tools
What 2018 Maserati Levante owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Was driving 65 in a 65 mph zone. Lightly drizzling. Felt something happen to passenger front tire or suspension. Car spun out of control, rolled and crashed into rocks in NM. Was recently taking my 2019 Maserati Levante in for service and front lower arms were broken. I am at about the same mileage with the 2019 (35k vs 40k on the 2018). Could this same issue be the culprit or was I supposed to receive a recall notice about faulty welding that I see has happened in other 2018 Levantes?
So u drive the car and the display show, display too hot and than shuts off. Last month I was merging onto a highway, thinking I can join the oncoming traffic with the horsepower and speed I have, my car got stuck at 30mph almost causing an accident. In the middle of the drive without no knowledge it wont go more than 30mph and RPM raised to 6 or 7. Its been in shop for almost 40 days and they are saying I ll get it back today every other day. The vehicle is in motion when this is happening. I hope someone doesnt get into accident cause they will think the can join the spped of the traffic when it gets stuck at 30mph
The right wheel well insert came unscrewed and one of the screws blew the right rear tire as exiting the freeway at about 50 MPH
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Questions about the 2018 Maserati Levante
Is the 2018 Maserati Levante reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2018 Maserati Levante, close to a typical Levante model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Maserati Levante?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 2018 Maserati Levante have?
1 recall, covering structure.
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