Ferrari F355 1996
Model F355 made in 1996 by Ferrari got 2 consumer complains as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel system, gasoline and steering. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline and fuel system, other.
Model 1996
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
98V057000 | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA | from 07/01/1995 to 09/30/1996 | V (Vehicle) | 760 | 03/15/1998 | MFR | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA INC | 03/16/1998 | 03/27/1998 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles fitted with single fuel pumps. the fuel injection line fitting can fracture if the aluminum nut attaching the lines is tightened excessively. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | If the fuel line fractures, fuel leakage can occur. if an ignition source is present, a fire could occur. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will remove the fuel injection lines that have aluminum nuts and replace with new lines containing steel attaching nuts. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Owner notification began march15, 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ferrari at 1-201-816-2651.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
09V447000 | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA INC | V (Vehicle) | 2356 | 12/16/2009 | MFR | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA INC | 11/19/2009 | 11/18/2009 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | Ferrari is recalling certain model year 1995 through 1999 ferrari 355 and 355 f1 vehicles. independent automobile repair facilities may have improperly installed certain screw clamps that are located in close proximity to the fuel lines and that fasten the water sleeve to the thermostat connection. the improper installation of these screw clamps may damage the fuel supply pipes. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | Fluid could leak into the engine compartment, causing smoke and, in some circumstances, a fire, rendering the vehicle inoperable and possibly resulting in a crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a new fuel divider block, which will serve to provide a greater distance between these screw clamps and the fuel lines. this will eliminate the possibility of any damage to the fuel supply pipes which could cause fluid leakage. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall began on december 16, 2009. owners may contact ferrari at 1-201-816-2600. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Ferarri recall no. 48.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 http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | ||||||||||||||||
97V013000 | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA | from 01/01/1996 to 08/30/1996 | V (Vehicle) | 346 | 02/15/1997 | MFR | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA INC | 02/03/1997 | 02/06/1997 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The electric motor which drives the anti-lock brake system (abs) hydraulic pump does not function after a period of operation. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | Loss of brake boost will result increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the abs hydraulic pump electric motor. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during february 1997.note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ferrari at 1-201-816-2651. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
05/12/2007 | 1 | ||
1996 ferrari spyder f355 caught fire in the engine compartment. consumer states that after the investigation it was verified that the fire was caused by a rupture of the high pressure fuel line. *kb the consumer stated the driver sustained burn injuries to the head, shoulder, back, and neck. the recall had been performed to prevent the problem a possible fire from occurring, however despite the recall fix, the vehicle still caught on fire. *tr | |||
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||
12/30/1996 | 1 | 04/01/1996 | |
Power steering leak. |