Model year guide

2008 Maserati Quattroporte

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2008 Maserati Quattroporte — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2008 Maserati Quattroporte at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints6
Combined14 mpg
Typical price$30,245

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

2008 Maserati Quattroporte recalls 2

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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. 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.

2008 Maserati Quattroporte common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

2008 Maserati Quattroporte MPG & running costs

Combined14 mpg
City12 mpg
Highway18 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,850

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

What's a 2008 Maserati Quattroporte worth?

Low
$28,500
Typical price
$30,245
High
$32,750

From 11 comparable 2008 Maserati Quattroporte listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Maserati Quattroporte costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$29,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$25,600
Total$54,850
Per mile$0.73

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($30,245) with the same model 3 model-years older ($14,892), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2008 Maserati Quattroporte trims & engines on record

Trims
Sport GT S Automatic
Engines
4.2L 8-cyl

2008 Maserati Quattroporte vehicles on record

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2008 Maserati Quattroporte — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Maserati Quattroporte have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2008 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 2008 Maserati Quattroporte?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, suspension, equipment.

What gas mileage does the 2008 Maserati Quattroporte get?

The 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has a U.S. EPA estimate of 14 mpg combined (12 city / 18 highway).

How much is a 2008 Maserati Quattroporte worth?

Comparable 2008 Maserati Quattroporte listings run roughly $28,500–$32,750, typically around $30,245 (from 11 vehicles).

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