Recalls: Maserati M338 3200 GT
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Maserati M338 3200 GT
No recall information is available for the Maserati 3200 GT (M338). To search for recalls of Maserati models, please visit Product Safety Recalls Australia: Maserati.
Problems and faults: Maserati M338 3200 GT
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Maserati 3200 GT: throttle body failure
The Maserati 3200 GT’s throttle body is susceptible to failure – symptoms of a failing throttle body include variable idle speed, difficulty starting or stalling.
Maserati 3200 GT: crankshaft movement and engine damage
For earlier Maserati 3200 GT vehicles (generally with manual transmissions), the pull clutch can cause movement in the end float bearing – this enables the crankshaft to move back and forth, damaging the engine.
Maserati 3200 GT: worn suspension bushes could affect suspension arms
In 2015, Maserati UK issued a ‘non-code action’ for Maserati 3200 GT vehicles that had VINs in the range ZAMA38A0000000072 to ZAMA38DA000004901. For these Maserati 3200 GT vehicles, worn suspension bushes could have an adverse effect on the integrity of the suspension arms. As such, it was important that the manufacturer’s maintenance schedules were adhered to. As part of the action, registered owners were to be contacted so that the integrity of suspension components could be checked (NCA/2015/018).
Problems and faults: Maserati M338 3200 GT
- The automatic transmisson may leak due to a loose nut on the tailshaft. To fix, however, the the exhaust must be removed for access.
- If the ignition light does not go out once the engine starts running, the Lambda sensors may be clogged with soot.
- For Maserati 3200 GT vehicles with manual transmissions, typical clutch life is around 40,000 kms.
