The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·21V833000·Announced 2021-10-23

Ferrari Recalls 458 and 488 Models for Brake Fluid Leak Risk

Ferrari is recalling specific 458 and 488 models because the brake system may leak fluid, potentially causing a loss of braking ability.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake system leak) that results in a loss of braking ability, which the source states increases the risk of a crash.

Plain-English summary

Ferrari North America, Inc. 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 recall involves 9,985 vehicles.

The brake system may leak brake fluid, which can result in a loss of braking ability. This defect increases the risk of a crash.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FERRARI 488 GTB, 458 ITALIA, 488 SPIDER, 458 SPECIALE
Brand
FERRARI
Manufacturer
Ferrari North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Brake System
Hazard
Affected units
9,985

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (6)

  • 488 GTB
  • 458 ITALIA
  • 488 SPIDER
  • 458 SPECIALE
  • 458 SPIDER
  • 458 SPECIALE A

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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