Model year guide

2006 Maserati Quattroporte

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 19 on record.

2006 Maserati Quattroporte — representative photo
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2006 Maserati Quattroporte at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints3
Combined13 mpg
Typical price$18,976

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2006 Maserati Quattroporte recalls 3

Suspension:rear NHTSA Campaign #13V196000 · 13/05/2013

Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Quattroporte, 2008 Granturismo, and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C vehicles. The rear tie rod assemblies may have insufficient anti-corrosion material applied, allowing them to weaken and possibly fail.

Fix: Maserati will notify owners and dealers will replace the tie rod assemblies. The recall began on June 27, 2013. Customers may contact Maserati at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's recall campaign number is 205.

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint NHTSA Campaign #09V001000 · 06/01/2009

MASERATI IS RECALLING 7,912 MY 2008 GRAN TURISMO, QUATTROPORTE, AND ALFA ROMEO VEHICLES. INCORRECTLY TORQUED UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINT NUTS MAY CAUSE THE BALL JOINT NUTS TO LOOSEN.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TORQUE OF THE FRONT/REAR UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINT NUTS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE SUSPENSION ARMS AND HUB CARRIER. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2009. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.

Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System NHTSA Campaign #05V574000 · 30/12/2005

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE POWER ASSIST DELIVERED BY THE STEERING RACK MAY NOT BE FULLY AVAILABLE WHILE MAKING EXTREME LEFT HAND TURNS FOR A PROLONGED PERIOD OF TIME. AN INTERNAL O-RING OF THE STEERING RACK CAN BECOME DISLODGED OR DISLOCATED CAUSING A LOSS OF POWER ASSIST TO THE DRIVER.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RACK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 3, 2006. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2006 Maserati Quattroporte common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2006 Maserati Quattroporte MPG & running costs

Combined13 mpg
City11 mpg
Highway16 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$6,300

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2006 Maserati Quattroporte worth?

Low
$15,500
Typical price
$18,976
High
$25,000

From 19 comparable 2006 Maserati Quattroporte listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Maserati Quattroporte costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$31,500
Fuel only$31,500
Per mile$0.42

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Maserati Quattroporte trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Sport GT
Engines
4.2L 8-cyl

2006 Maserati Quattroporte vehicles on record

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2006 Maserati Quattroporte — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Maserati Quattroporte have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Maserati Quattroporte?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, steering, suspension.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Maserati Quattroporte get?

The 2006 Maserati Quattroporte has a U.S. EPA estimate of 13 mpg combined (11 city / 16 highway).

How much is a 2006 Maserati Quattroporte worth?

Comparable 2006 Maserati Quattroporte listings run roughly $15,500–$25,000, typically around $18,976 (from 19 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.