2017 Maserati Levante

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The Verdict

Worst problem area

Engine

Engine leads by volume: 10 of 15 complaints (67%) mention it.

Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology

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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History

Fuel cost, fuel economy, and complaint history by model-yearScroll sideways to see all 3 years. Fuel figures show the range across trims for years with more than one EPA-rated configuration.
Category201720182019vs. 2017 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Annual fuel cost ($)4,8504,8504,550–5,150
Combined MPG161615–17
City / Highway MPG14 / 19–2014 / 19–2014–15 / 18–21
CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi)548–557548–557521–580
Complaints filed1545Not compared
Recalls issued311Not compared
Crash-involved complaints110Not compared
Fire-involved complaints010Not compared
Injuries reported100Not compared
Deaths reported000Not compared
Configurations compared224

Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.

Common questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Maserati Levante have?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.

What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Maserati Levante?

Engine: 10 of 15 NHTSA complaints (67%) mention it.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Maserati Levante get?

EPA rates it 16 MPG combined across 2 configurations.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Maserati Levante?

EPA estimates $4,850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.

EPA-Rated Configurations (2)

Every EPA-rated configuration on this page, one row each.A number tagged (low) or (high) is this page’s own cost-table figure of that name, above.
ConfigurationTransmissionCylindersDisplacementDrivetrainFuel TypeVehicle ClassCityHighwayCombinedAnnual Fuel CostCO₂
Configuration 1Automatic 8-spd63.0LAll-Wheel DrivePremiumStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD14 mpg19 mpg (low)16 mpg$4,850557 g/mi (high)
Configuration 2Automatic 8-spd63.0LAll-Wheel DrivePremiumStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD14 mpg20 mpg (high)16 mpg$4,850548 g/mi (low)

Complaints by Category

Complaints by category, in the same fixed order on every page
CategoryComplaintsCrash-InvolvedFire-InvolvedInjuriesDeaths
Engine100000
Transmission & Drivetrain10000
Fuel System10000
Electrical40000
Brakes30000
Steering10000
Suspension, Wheels & Tires21010
Airbags & Restraints00000
Driver Assistance & Speed Control00000
Body, Seats & Latches11010
Visibility & Lighting10000
Other40000

A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.

Recalls (3)

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · Campaign 17V161000 · Mar 15, 2017

    Defect: 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.

    Consequence: If the transmission shifts into neutral unexpectedly or if the engine shuts down without warning, it can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control module software, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST · Campaign 17V046000 · Jan 26, 2017

    Defect: 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.

    Consequence: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the seat wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 342.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM · Campaign 16V839000 · Nov 18, 2016

    Defect: 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 itself in a protection mode, disabling the back-up camera.

    Consequence: If the back-up camera is inoperable, it may be more difficult for the operator to see people or objects behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

    Remedy: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will update the ETM software, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 327.