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2010–2019 Ferrari 488 Gtb, 458 Italia, 488 Spider and more recall: Service brakes, hydraulic

NHTSA campaign 21V-833 · October 23, 2021 · Ferrari North America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
21V833000
Reported
October 23, 2021
Manufacturer
Ferrari North America, Inc.
Part
Service brakes, hydraulic
Vehicles affected
About 9,985

What is wrong

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.

Safety risk

Loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

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.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Ferrari 458 Italia (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015); Ferrari 458 Speciale (2014, 2015); Ferrari 458 Speciale A (2015); Ferrari 458 Spider (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015); Ferrari 488 Gtb (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019); Ferrari 488 Spider (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

Loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

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.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.