Head-to-head reliability
Maserati Quattroporte vs Toyota Camry
How the Maserati Quattroporte and Toyota Camry compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Maserati Quattroporte vs Toyota Camry: The Quattroporte has 12 complaints over 10 years (1.2/year) and 27 recalls, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints (205.6/year) and 31 recalls. The Quattroporte reports unintended acceleration and seat belt strangulation; the Camry reports hesitation and brake noise. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Maserati Quattroporte or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Maserati Quattroporte
The Maserati Quattroporte is a low-volume luxury sedan with only 12 complaints over 10 years, but its 27 recalls and reports of unintended acceleration and seat belt strangulation suggest serious safety concerns. Owners describe sudden acceleration even with brakes applied, and rear seat belts that can cause neck injuries. Living with this car means dealing with rare but potentially dangerous failures, plus frequent recalls for fuel leaks and seat belts.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a high-volume family sedan with 2,056 complaints over 10 years, averaging 206 per year, and 31 recalls. Common issues include power train hesitation, engine shuddering, brake noises, and electrical glitches. While the sheer number of complaints is high, many are nuisance problems; however, 171 crash-related reports and 158 injuries indicate some failures can have serious consequences.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Maserati Quattroporte | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 12 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 27 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 1 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 1.2 Better | 205.6 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 158 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Maserati Quattroporte
- 01VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL3
- 02VISIBILITY/WIPER2
- 03SEAT BELTS2
- 04POWER TRAIN2
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
Owners report unintended acceleration, such as a car continuing to accelerate after the gas pedal is released, even when braking hard. This can lead to loss of control and crashes, making it a critical safety issue.
Rear seat belts are described as strangling occupants, leaving marks on the neck and potentially causing neck injury or death in a crash. The belt cannot be adjusted, so passengers may be at risk even in normal driving.
Complaints include rearview mirror glare that creates huge streaks and rainbow colors at night, and a leather dashboard that separates and flops up, blocking the windshield. Both impair the driver’s view and increase crash risk.
Reports include spontaneous acceleration at highway speeds and electronic brake malfunction with neutral gear failure. These issues can cause sudden loss of control or inability to stop, requiring immediate attention.
“I WAS DRIVING THIS VEHICLE IN "SPORT" MODE. I ACCELERATED FROM A STOPPED POSITION, RATHER AGGRESSIVELY TO GET UP TO SPEED (ABOUT 30-35 MPH). WHEN I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE GAS PEDAL, THE CAR CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE UNCOMMANDED. I PRESSED THE BRAKE AS HARD AS I C…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE GEAR INTO NEUTRAL, BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE EVEN WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE F…”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report the ignition key getting stuck in Park, requiring battery disconnection to remove, and hesitation/shuddering with check engine light. These can leave you stranded or cause delayed acceleration.
Complaints include delayed throttle response where the car takes several seconds to move after pressing the gas, and shuddering at various speeds. This hesitation can be dangerous when merging or crossing traffic.
The electronic parking brake may fail to disengage, requiring a tow, and a clicking/vibrating noise from the brake pedal area is common. Brake problems can affect stopping reliability and lead to costly repairs.
Multiple systems such as stability control, power steering, blind spot monitoring, and lane keeping can malfunction simultaneously. This can overwhelm the driver and reduce vehicle control.
“My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a…”
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating and shuddering, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Maserati Quattroporte — 27 recalls
The defect: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Quattroporte, Ghibli, 2021-2022 Levante, and 2022 MC20 vehicles. The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.
The risk: A fuel leak may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel line sensor housing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2021. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 442.
The defect: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Levante, Quattroporte, and Ghibli vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the require…
The risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 434.
The defect: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021 Quattroporte Trofeo and Ghibli Trofeo vehicles equipped with optional 21-inch tires. The tire placard may have incorrect tire pressure information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: Tires that are inflated to the incorrect pressure could lead to a loss of vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the placard and update the tire pressure monitoring system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 10, 2021. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number f…
The defect: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles. The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.
The risk: A fuel leak may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel line sensor housing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2024. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 718. This recall i…
Toyota Camry — 31 recalls
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
The risk: A wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lug nuts, and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir…
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
Buyer analysis
Maserati Quattroporte or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Maserati Quattroporte has far fewer complaints per year (1.2 vs. 205.6), but its issues are often severe, including unintended acceleration and seat belt strangulation. The Toyota Camry has many more complaints, but most are nuisance problems like brake noise or hesitation. In practice, the Camry may be more predictable, while the Quattroporte carries higher risk of rare but dangerous failures.
Key differences
- Maserati Quattroporte: 12 complaints over 10 years, but includes unintended acceleration and seat belt strangulation; Toyota Camry: 2,056 complaints, mostly hesitation, brake noise, and electrical glitches.
- Maserati has 27 recalls, including fuel leaks and seat belts; Camry has 31 recalls, including air bag sensors and seats.
- Maserati reports 1 crash-related complaint and 0 injuries; Camry reports 171 crash-related complaints and 158 injuries, showing that many Camry issues are minor but some can lead to crashes.
- Maserati owners describe sudden acceleration even with brakes applied; Camry owners describe delayed acceleration and stuck ignition keys.
- Test the accelerator for any sticking or unintended acceleration, especially in Sport mode, and ensure the brakes can override it.
- Inspect the rear seat belts for proper fit and adjustment; check for any signs of the belt cutting into the neck area.
- Check for delayed throttle response by pressing the gas from a stop and noting any hesitation or shuddering.
- Test the electronic parking brake to ensure it disengages properly, and listen for clicking or vibrating noises from the brake pedal.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all recalls have been performed, especially for fuel leaks and seat belts on the Maserati and air bag sensors on the Camry.
- During a test drive, specifically test for unintended acceleration (Maserati) and delayed throttle response (Camry).
- Have a mechanic inspect the rear seat belts on the Maserati for strangulation risk and the electronic parking brake on the Camry for proper function.
- Check for dashboard separation on the Maserati and test all electrical systems (stability control, blind spot monitoring) on the Camry.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records and be wary if the car has a history of repeated brake or transmission repairs.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Maserati Quattroporte | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 50 |
| 2023 | 1 | 64 |
| 2022 | 0 | 61 |
| 2021 | 3 | 157 |
| 2020 | 0 | 274 |
| 2019 | 0 | 395 |
| 2018 | 1 | 744 |
| 2017 | 1 | 148 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Maserati Quattroporte or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Maserati Quattroporte vs Toyota Camry
- Maserati Quattroporte total complaints
- 12
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- Maserati Quattroporte total recalls
- 27
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Maserati Quattroporte avg complaints/year
- 1.2
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- Maserati Quattroporte
- Maserati Quattroporte top complaint area
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN