Ferrari F355 1998
Model F355 made in 1998 by Ferrari got 5 consumer complains as well as 4 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel system, gasoline and fuel system, other. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline and fuel system, other.
Model 1998
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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 98V058000 | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA | from 09/01/1996 to 09/30/1997 | V (Vehicle) | 649 | 03/15/1998 | MFR | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA INC | 03/16/1998 | 03/27/1998 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the fuel injection line can wear due to interference with the water hose clamp on the coolant pipe. | |||||||||||||||
| 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 inspect and rotate the incorrectly fitted water hose clamps. | |||||||||||||||
| 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, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 98V223000 | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA | from 03/01/1998 to 05/15/1998 | V (Vehicle) | 81 | 09/14/1998 | ODI | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA INC | 09/14/1998 | 09/25/1998 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passsenger vehicles. fuel tank damage could have occurred during installation of the screws on the soft top mechanism covers. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition could cause fuel leakage from the fuel tank, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the fuel tanks for leaks. if leaks are found, the fuel tank will be replaced. dealers will also inspect the soft top mechanism cover screws to verify proper length. if the screws are found to be the wrong length, correct length screws will be installed. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began during september 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 . | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 98V132000 | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA | from 01/01/1998 to 05/31/1998 | V (Vehicle) | 235 | 07/10/1998 | MFR | FERRARI NORTH AMERICA INC | 06/15/1998 | 06/17/1998 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the torque on the power steering column nut is insufficient. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Impairment of the vehicle handling could result. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dwealers will inspect the proper position of the splines on the power steering column extension and tighten the bolt. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began july 10, 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). | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 01/03/2011 | 1 | ||
| 1998 ferrari 355. consumer states that he received a recall for the fuel divider block. he stated that he took the vehicle in for repair and after the repairs the vehicle now has more issues. *kb the consumer stated upon starting the vehicle, he noticed it didn't sound the same. he drove around the parking lot and noticed it didn't have any power. the consumer asked the mechanic to take a test drive, and then the engine light illuminated. a diagnostic test revealed that the left catalytic converter was running hot. the consumer had the vehicle towed to another establishment and a diagnostics revealed the fuel lines that entered the left side of the fuel divider block were backwards. the vehicle was only working on 4 cylinders, which led to the left side catalytic converter overheating and damaging the left side ecm. the problem was a result of the work that was performed by the previous dealer. *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 12/22/2009 | |||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ferrari f355 gts. the contact received a recall notification letter under nhtsa campaign id number 09v447000, fuel system, other delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. unfortunately, the nearest authorized dealer location was 200 miles from his residence. the manufacturer was notified; yet, there were no resolutions. the contact had concern of the potential safety risk. the current mileage was 15,000. | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NJ | NEW VERNON | 07976 | NEW VERNON COACH & MOTOR WORKS | 973-425-0700 |