Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2009 Maserati GranTurismo, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Exterior lighting1
- Electrical system1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2009 Maserati GranTurismo failed the safety check 0.00% of the time — 100% less often than the average 2009 passenger car (2.52%). Median odometer at inspection: 29,201 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
In the Netherlands
47 first registered in 2009 are on Dutch roads; 77% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €191,991.
Most common APK defects
- Waarschuwingsinrichting controlesysteem bandenspanning geeft14
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde12
- Band(en) aanwezig met een profieldiepte van 1,6 t/m 2,5 mm8
- Dimlicht onjuist afgesteld7
- Ruitenwisserinstallatie geeft onvoldoende zicht3
- Band onvoldoende profiel3
- Accu ondeugdelijk bevestigd2
- Wiel of band loopt aan2
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
143 cars built in 2009 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 65 more were declared off the road (SORN).
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124, year of manufacture) · Open Government Licence v3.0
MOT test results in Great Britain
In 2023, 204 of these cars first registered in 2009 took their annual MOT test. 80% passed first time; among all cars first registered in 2009 the figure was 59%.
| Failed on | These cars | All cars from 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 8.8% | 7.5% |
| Suspension | 5.4% | 16.4% |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 4.9% | 18.7% |
| Brakes | 4.4% | 10.1% |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.0% | 0.5% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.5% | 5.4% |
DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, 2023 (Department for Transport) · Open Government Licence v3.0 · first tests only; a fix made at the test station within the hour still counts as a fail
In New Zealand
17 2009 cars are on the New Zealand register; 35% arrived as used imports, 59% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 1 variant: combined 16.4 L/100 km (about 14 mpg US), CO₂ 377 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| GranTurismo · Subcompact · Premium gasoline | 20.0 | 12.1 | 16.4 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls in Canada
3 Transport Canada recalls for the 2009 Maserati GranTurismo.
| 2012037 3 Feb 2012 | Lights And Instruments On certain vehicles, a faulty printed circuit board may cause the rear tail lamp / brake lamp bulbs (either left or right side) to fail. Failure of the rear la… |
| 2011288 8 Aug 2011 | Suspension On certain vehicles, the rear suspension tie rods (for alignment toe adjustment) may fatigue and fail. This could result in a loss of vehicle control and a cra… |
| 2009090 30 Mar 2009 | Seats And Restraints On certain vehicles, faulty instrument cluster control module software may not allow the seatbelt buckle alarm to activate in the event the vehicle is operated … |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
MASERATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 GRANTURISMO AND GRANTURISMO CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2008 TO MARCH 2010. DUE TO A FAULTY LAMP ASSEMBLY, THE REAR LIGHTS (BOTH TAIL AND BRAKE) MAY FAIL.
MASERATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 GRANTURISMO AND QUATTROPORTE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 3, 2008, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2008. THE REAR SUSPENSION LEFT-SIDE AND RIGHT-SIDE WHEEL ALIGNMENT TOE-IN TIE- RODS MAY FAIL DUE TO INCORRECT MACHINING.
MASERATI IS RECALLING 824 MY 2009 GRANTURISMO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE OPTIONAL FRONT PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM. THESE VEHICLES WERE MANUFACTURED WITH FAULTY INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE WHICH AFFECTS THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THE SEAT BELT WARNING BUZZER'S ABILITY TO ACTIVATE, THEREBY NOT PROPERLY WARNING WHEN THE SEAT BELTS ARE NOT ENGAGED.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Maserati told its dealers about the 2009 Maserati GranTurismo: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011979 | his Technical bulletin serves as a guideline and outlines requirements when considering a possible engine replacement on Maserati vehicles. Please refer to Bulletin MAS004175 PNP 24-01 Light Engine - Long Block Repairs Under Warranty for further information. |
| 11011971 | his Technical bulletin serves as a guideline and outlines requirements when considering a possible engine replacement on Maserati vehicles. Please refer to Bulletin MAS004175 PNP 24-01 Light Engine - Long Block Repairs Under Warranty for further information. |
| 11010688 | As an essential component in the electrical system in Maserati vehicles, the battery plays a crucial role in ensuring reliable performance and safety. To help maintain battery peak condition, and ensure optimal performance, this bulletin covers important warranty policies, and guidelines for testing, maintenance, and diagnosis of batteries using the new E-XTEQ MAXIMUS battery charger/tester. Please refer to the most recently published BOL Policy and Prior Approval Components List to verify if a BOL Report is required for battery replacement. |
| 11009527 | This technical bulletin provides guidance and additional information on normal shock absorber operations that are often mistakenly identified as defective. It establishes criteria for inspecting and diagnosing shock absorbers for potential leakage to help prevent the unnecessary replacement of non-defective components |
| 11005389 | MDEVO Release 9.8.1 new features New login interface Active diagnosis introduction for Go direct function (only for BEV vehicles) MY25 version for all vehicles, Hard Reset function (Active Diagnosis), specs update, general improvements. |
| 11000475 | This Diagnostic Sheet serves as a guide and provides additional diagnostic info on how to diagnose possible engine misfires or irregularities, highlighting the importance of refraining from disassembling the Central (Pre-Chamber) spark plugs unless instructed to do so. |
| 11000466 | This Technical bulletin serves as a guide and provides additional diagnostic info for possible steering wheel vibration when braking. This Bulletin serves as an ADDENDUM to MAS002731 |
| 10253438 | Rapid Update 658 669 684 GranTurismo with new part numbers with the newly introduced aluminum-type design shock absorbers |
| 10252195 | Circular Letter. |
| 10252194 | Circular Letter. |
| 10252193 | Technical Information. |
| 10252192 | Technical Information. |
| 10252190 | Technical Information. |
| 10252189 | Diagnostic Sheet. |
| 10252188 | Technical Information. |
| 10252187 | Circular Letter. |
| 10252186 | Technical Information. |
| 10252185 | Technical Information |
| 10252183 | Daignostic Sheet. |
| 10207931 | Technical Information - Help diagnose possible malfunctions of the courtsey lights on the Sun Visor. |
| 10170466 | Technical Bulletin- Brake Rotor Aesthetics |
| 10144958 | Technical bulletin on updated process for engine variator noise issues |
| 10128910 | New guidelines for use of Blue-On-Line technical support requests and warranty requests for authorization. |
| 10128909 | Notification of diagnostic server downtime for maintenance. |
| 10128908 | Notification of changes to the online documentation sites TechInt and TechDoc. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)