Ferrari 458 Italia recalls

18 official safety recalls for the Ferrari 458 Italia from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

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  1. Brake reservoir cap may not ventilate properly

    Reported February 28, 2022Model years 2009–2019DVSA recall R/2022/066EU Safety Gate A12/00470/22360,902 vehicles affected

    The brake reservoir cap may not ventilate properly to maintain atmospheric pressure inside the reservoir. The remedy is to replace the cap and update the instrument panel software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE CAP OF THE BRAKE OIL RESERVOIR MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ENSURE PROPER VENTILATION TO MAINTAIN THE ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE INSIDE THE RESERVOIR
    Defect
    The cap of the brake oil reservoir may not be able to ensure proper ventilation to maintain the atmospheric pressure inside the reservoir itself.�
    Remedy
    Replacement of the brake oil reservoir cap and software update of the Instrument Panel Node.

  2. Brake system may leak fluid

    Reported October 23, 2021Model years 2010–2015NHTSA campaign 21V8330009,985 vehicles affected

    A brake fluid leak may cause a loss of braking ability, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap and update the software at no charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
    Defect
    Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2010-2015 458 Italia, 2012-2015 458 Spider, 2014-2015 458 Speciale, 2015 458 Speciale Aperta, 2016-2019 488 GTB, and 488 Spider vehicles. The brake system may leak brake fluid, resulting in a loss of braking ability.
    Consequence
    Loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap and update the software, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 78.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  3. Passenger air bag inflator may explode

    Reported January 9, 2020Model years 2010–2011NHTSA campaign 20V007000982 vehicles affected

    The passenger air bag inflator may explode after its propellant degrades, sending metal fragments toward occupants and risking serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly with one using a different inflator, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
    Defect
    Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2009-2011 California and 2010-2011 458 Italia vehicles equipped with non-desiccated, passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
    Consequence
    An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy
    Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly with an alternate one, including a new non-ammonium nitrate inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2020. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 60FL.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  4. Airbag and seatbelt pretensioner control unit may not conform

    Reported June 5, 2019Model years 2015–2018DVSA recall R/2019/1881,792 vehicles affected

    The airbag and seatbelt pretensioner electronic control unit may not conform. The control unit will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A POSSIBLE NON- CONFORMITY OF THE AIR BAG AND THE SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT
    Defect
    Non-conformity of the air bag and seatbelt pre-tensioner ECU.
    Remedy
    Replacement of the ECU

  5. Air bag control unit may cause improper deployment

    Reported June 4, 2019Model years 2015NHTSA campaign 19V411000893 vehicles affected

    A malfunctioning air bag control unit may prevent or cause improper deployment of the air bags or seat belt pretensioners, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will replace the control unit free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
    Defect
    Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2018 488 Spider, 488 Pista, 2015 458 Speciale A, 2016-2018 488 GTB, 2015-2017 F12 Berlinetta, 2016 F12 tdf, and 2016-2018 Carlifornia T vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly causing the non-deployment or improper deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
    Consequence
    In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag ECU, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 70.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  6. Passenger air bag inflator may explode

    Reported January 9, 2019Model years 2014–2015NHTSA campaign 19V00600011,176 vehicles affected

    The passenger air bag inflator may explode when deployed, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag assembly, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
    Defect
    Ferrari North America (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2014 Ferrari California, 2014-2015 Ferrari 458 Italia, 458 Spider, 2014-2016 Ferrari FF, 2014-2017 Ferrari F12, 2015-2018 Ferrari California T, 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale A, 2016 Ferrari F60 America, 2016-2017 Ferrari F12 tdf, 2016-2018 Ferrari 488 GTB, 488 Spider, 2017-2018 Ferrari GTC4Lusso and 2018 GTC4Lusso T vehicles nationwide. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
    Consequence
    An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy
    Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall is 65.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  7. Passenger air bag inflator may explode

    Reported June 7, 2018Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 18V3810001,507 vehicles affected

    The passenger air bag inflator may explode when deployed, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially causing serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag assembly with one using an alternate inflator, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
    Defect
    Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2012 Ferrari California, 458 Italia, 458 Spider, and FF vehicles that have not already had their passenger frontal air bag replaced. These passenger frontal air bag modules have air bag inflators that may explode in the event of a crash due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
    Consequence
    An inflator explosion may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy
    Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly with one that uses an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2018. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 61. Note: This recall supersedes recall 17V-018.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  8. Passenger air bag inflator may rupture

    Reported March 23, 2018Model years 2010–2011NHTSA campaign 18V1880001,870 vehicles affected

    The passenger air bag inflator may explode when the air bag deploys, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially causing serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the air bag assembly with one using an alternate inflator, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
    Defect
    Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Ferrari California, and 2010-2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vehicles that have not had their passenger frontal air bag replaced. These passenger frontal air bag modules have air bag inflators that may explode in the event of a crash due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
    Consequence
    An inflator explosion may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy
    Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly with one that uses an alternate inflator, free of charge. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 60A. Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V-341.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  9. Passenger air bag inflator may explode

    Reported January 9, 2018Model years 2013NHTSA campaign 18V0400001,899 vehicles affected

    The passenger air bag inflator may explode when the air bag deploys, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag assembly free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
    Defect
    On January 9, 2018 Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) recalled 1,073 model year 2013 California, 458 Italia, 458 Spider, FF, and F12 Berlinetta vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. On May 18, 2018, Ferrari expanded the recall to include an additional 826 model year 2013 California, 458 Italia, 458 Spider, FF, and F12 Berlinetta vehicles located throughout the rest of the United States. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
    Consequence
    An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy
    Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2018 for the original population. The recall will begin in June 2018 for the expanded population. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall is 63.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  10. Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

    Reported May 31, 2016Model years 2008–2018DVSA recall R/2016/115347,172 vehicles affected

    The front passenger airbag inflator may rupture when the airbag deploys, sending metal fragments into the vehicle interior and potentially injuring occupants. The front passenger airbag will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
    Defect
    Due to a non conformity during production the passenger's front air bag inflator may rupture during deployment. This may cause metal fragments to pass through the air bag and into the vehicle interior at high speed which may result in injury or death to vehicle occupants.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles replace passenger's front air bag.

  11. Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

    Reported May 23, 2016Model years 2010–2011NHTSA campaign 16V3410002,826 vehicles affected

    In a crash that deploys the passenger airbag, the inflator may rupture and send metal fragments into the vehicle, potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the passenger airbag assembly free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
    Defect
    Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Ferrari California vehicles manufactured February 16, 2009, to July 8, 2011, and model year 2010-2011 458 Italia vehicles manufactured March 5, 2010, to July 29, 2011. These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
    Consequence
    An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy
    Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2017. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 60.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  12. Driver airbag may deploy incorrectly

    Reported July 13, 2015Model years 2014–2015DVSA recall R/2015/148EU Safety Gate A12/0965/15210 vehicles affected

    The driver's airbag module may not meet specifications and could deploy incorrectly in a collision, reducing protection. The remedy is to replace the module.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    DRIVERS AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
    Defect
    The driver's airbag module may not conform to the required specifications. In the event of a collision this may cause the airbag to deploy incorrectly and t may not offer the appropriate degree of protection for the driver
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles replace driver's air bag module.

  13. Driver airbag may deploy at an angle

    Reported July 7, 2015Model years 2015NHTSA campaign 15V433000814 vehicles affected

    An improperly assembled driver airbag module may deploy in a rotated orientation, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will replace the driver airbag module free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
    Defect
    Ferrari North America, Inc. (FNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ferrari 458 Italia, 458 Spider, 458 Speciale, 458 Speciale A, California T, FF, F12 Berlinetta, and LaFerrari vehicles manufactured December 19, 2014, to April 29, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a driver side air bag module that was improperly assembled. This can cause the air bag to deploy in a rotated orientation.
    Consequence
    In the event of a crash, the deployment of the driver's air bag in a rotated orientation increases the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    FNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front Driver's Side Air Bag Module, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2015. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall is 57.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  14. Front trunk latch may not release

    Reported August 7, 2014Model years 2010–2014NHTSA campaign 14V4870003,082 vehicles affected

    The secondary latch may fail to release while the vehicle is stationary. If someone is trapped in the trunk, the lid may not open, increasing risk of injury or death. Dealers will modify the latch system with a new component free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
    Defect
    Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 F458 Italia and F458 Spider vehicles manufactured March 5, 2010, to May 20, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the secondary latch for the front trunk storage compartment may not release when the vehicle is stationary. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 401, "Interior Trunk Release."
    Consequence
    In the event an individual is trapped in the trunk and the latch system does not release the trunk lid, it increases the risk of personal injury or possibly death.
    Remedy
    Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will modify the existing front trunk latch system with a new component that will meet requirements, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall is 54.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  15. Crankshaft may fail due to incorrect machining

    Reported May 14, 2012Model years 2011–2012NHTSA campaign 12V21100074 vehicles affected

    Incorrect machining may cause the crankshaft to fail. The engine could seize and suddenly make the vehicle inoperable, increasing crash risk. Dealers will repair or replace the engine free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
    Defect
    FERRARI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 458 ITALIA AND 2012 CALIFORNIA VEHICLES BECAUSE THE CRANKSHAFT MAY FAIL DUE TO INCORRECT MACHINING.
    Consequence
    IF THIS FAILURE OCCURS, THE ENGINE MAY SEIZE, SUDDENLY RENDERING THE VEHICLE INOPERABLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
    Remedy
    FERRARI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL OFFER VEHICLE OWNERS THE OPTION OF HAVING THEIR ENGINE REPAIRED OR REPLACED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 18, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FERRARI AT 201-816-2600.
    Notes
    FERRARI'S SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 52.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  16. Crankshaft may fail, causing the engine to seize

    Reported May 10, 2012Model years 2011DVSA recall R/2012/06430 vehicles affected

    A machining defect in the crankshaft may cause it to fail under thermal and dynamic stress. The crankshaft and its main and connecting rod bearings will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE MAY SEIZE
    Defect
    Non-conformity in the final stages of machining of the crank shaft for the F136 type engine which may lead to failure in the incorrectly machined zone caused by thermal and dynamic stresses.
    Remedy
    Replacement of the crankshaft and the relative main bearings and connecting rod bearings.

  17. Heat shield adhesive may ignite

    Reported September 4, 2010DVSA recall R/2010/12254 vehicles affected

    High temperatures may deform the rear wheelhouse assembly and overheat the heat shield adhesive, which could ignite and cause a vehicle fire. The heat shield will be replaced with new mechanical fasteners.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FIRE MAY OCCUR
    Defect
    Due to a non-confornity in the assembly of the rear wheelhouse/innerwing and its heat shield it is possible that the assembly to deform under high ambient and operating temperatures. This could result in overheating of the adhesive used to secure the heat shield and in extreme cases it could cause the adhesive to ignite and result in a vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    Recall the affected vehicles and replace the heat shield this will include new mechanical fasteners.

  18. Rear wheelhouse adhesive may overheat

    Reported September 1, 2010Model years 2010NHTSA campaign 10V389000303 vehicles affected

    Engine heat may deform the rear wheelhouse and heat shield assemblies, bringing them too close to the exhaust. The adhesive could overheat, smoke and ignite, causing a fire or making the vehicle inoperable. Dealers will remove the existing shields and adhesive and install new heat shields free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
    Defect
    FERRARI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 458 ITALIA VEHICLES. THE HEAT CREATED BY THE ENGINE COULD CAUSE POSSIBLE DEFORMATION OF THE REAR RIGHT HAND AND LEFT HAND WHEELHOUSE AND HEAT SHIELD ASSEMBLIES. THE ASSEMBLY COULD COME EXCESSIVELY CLOSE TO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM CAUSING THE BONDING ADHESIVE USED IN THE ASSEMBLY TO OVERHEAT AND PRODUCE SMOKE.
    Consequence
    UNDER PARTICULARLY HIGH AMBIENT OPERATING TEMPERATURE THIS COULD CAUSE THE ADHESIVE TO IGNITE, RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND/OR RENDERING THE VEHICLE INOPERABLE AND POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE EXISTING HEAT SHIELDS AND BONDING ADHESIVE FROM THE RIGHT HAND AND LEFT HAND REAR WHEELHOUSES, AND INSTALL NEW PROTECTIVE HEAT SHIELDS ON THE RIGHT HAND AND LEFT HAND REAR WHEELHOUSES. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FERRARI AT 201-816-2600.
    Notes
    FERRARI SAFETY RECALL NO. 51.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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