1985 MASERATI BITURBO
1 recalls, 0 complaints - 11 TSBs
87V151000 Sep 21, 1987
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
Defect Description
MISUSE OF CARBURETOR CHOKE COULD CAUSE EXCESSIVE EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAT.
Consequence
EXCESSIVE HEAT CAN RESULT IN HEAT DAMAGE TO CAR EXTERIORAND INTERIOR MATERIALS WHICH COULD CAUSE A FIRE.
Remedy
INSTALL A KIT WHICH WILL REDUCE EXHAUST SYSTEM TEMPERATURES TO AN ACCEPTABLE LEVEL. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MASERATI AT 1-877.696.2737.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
EPA Fuel Economy, 1985 MASERATI BITURBO
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 12.0 | 18.0 | 14.0 | Regular | $4,450 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 12.0 | 18.0 | 14.0 | Premium | $5,500 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 11.0 | 13.0 | 12.0 | Regular | $5,200 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 12.0 | 17.0 | 14.0 | Regular | $4,450 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Minicompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1985 MASERATI BITURBO
11 manufacturer communications from 11 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 10 |
| 120000 LIGHTING (PWS) | 1 |
MAS003821
Feb 23, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Information.
MAS003928
Feb 19, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Circular Letter.
MAS003929
Feb 19, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Circular Letter.
MAS003792
Feb 19, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Information.
MAS003774
Feb 14, 2024
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
Technical Information
MAS003891
Feb 8, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Information.
MAS003844
Feb 1, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Diagnostic Sheet.
MAS003895
Feb 1, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Information.
MAS001338
Sep 21, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
New guidelines for use of Blue-On-Line technical support requests and warranty requests for authorization.
MAS001361
Sep 14, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Notification of diagnostic server downtime for maintenance.
MAS001319
Sep 6, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Notification of changes to the online documentation sites TechInt and TechDoc.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, MASERATI BITURBO
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA86026
Opened: Aug 28, 1986 , Closed: Nov 18, 1987
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
SUMMARY:MASERATI BELIEVES THE CAUSE OF THE FIRES TO BE OWNER MIS-USEOF THE MANUAL CHOKE.ANALYSIS:IF THE MANUAL CHOKE IS LEFT ON FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, THEEXHAUST SYSTEM OF THE VEHICLE OVERHEATS, PARTICULARLY DURING IDLING ORURBAN DRIVING.THE THERMAL DECOMPOSITION OF THE SURROUNDING WIRINGHOSES, INS... Read more
PE86055
Opened: May 12, 1986 , Closed: Aug 28, 1986
FIRES
ANALYSIS:THE CENTER FOR AUTO SAFETY FORWARDED ONE CONSUMER COMPLAINT.THE OWNER REPORTED THE OCCURRENCE OF TWO FIRES AT DIFFERENT TIMES OFUNDETERMINED ORIGIN IN THE REAR OF THE CAR.THE LATEST FIRE RESULTED INFUME INHALATION BY HIS SIX-YEAR OLD GRANDSON WITH SUBSEQUENT MEDICALTREATMENT.BECAUSE OF THE ... Read more
MASERATI BITURBO - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MASERATI BITURBO across all model years (1984, 1985).
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Total Recalls
0
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
MASERATI BITURBO - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 (current) | 1 | 0 | |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 | View |