Ferrari Mondial 8

Model Mondial 8 made by Ferrari got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningsteering, suspension.

Model 1981

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
85V005000FERRARI NORTH AMERICAfrom 05/01/1981 to 03/01/1984V (Vehicle)34502/12/1985MFRFERRARI NORTH AMERICA INC12/09/198501/18/1985
Defect SummaryThe splined coupling between the steering column and steering box could develop internal corrosion due to its exposed position and characteristics. consequences of defect: prolonged use of the car could cause deterioration of the coupling, vibrations in the steering system, and handling difficulty which could result in loss of control and an accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReplace the steering pinion extension with a new pregreased part installed with a new bolt.
NotesVehicle description: passenger cars.system: steering.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING
85V004000FERRARI NORTH AMERICAfrom 05/01/1981 to 07/01/1984V (Vehicle)38902/12/1985MFRFERRARI NORTH AMERICA INC12/09/198501/18/1985
Defect SummaryThe front wheel bearing may deteriorate, causing vibration and noise from the front suspension assembly. consequence of defect: continued use of the car after noticing vibration and noise could cause handling difficulty and result in loss of control and an accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReplace part of both right and left wheel hub assembly.
NotesVehicle description: passenger cars. system: front wheel bearing.
SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE
86V078000FERRARI NORTH AMERICAfrom 05/01/1981 to 10/01/1984V (Vehicle)42208/04/1986MFRFERRARI NORTH AMERICA INC06/12/198606/20/1986
Defect SummaryUnder certain specific load conditions, such as accidental high speed impacts on the rear suspension system, the rear wheel bearings and hub assemblies could deteriorate. consequence of defect: prolonged use of deteriorated wheel bearings and hub assemblies results in rear end noise and vibration. this could ultimatly cause impaired handling and possible loss of control, resulting in an accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReplace both right and left rear hub/hub carrier assemblies.
NotesSystem: rear wheel bearings and hub assemblies. vehicle description: passenger cars.