Ferrari 458 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 7, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ferrari North America, Inc. recalls 2015 Ferrari — 5 models

Recall number

15V433000

Brand / firm

Ferrari

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 814 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, the deployment of the driver's air bag in a rotated orientation increases the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Ferrari North America, Inc. (FNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ferrari 458 Italia, 458 Spider, 458 Speciale, 458 Speciale A, California T, FF, F12 Berlinetta, and LaFerrari vehicles manufactured December 19, 2014, to April 29, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a driver side air bag module that was improperly assembled. This can cause the air bag to deploy in a rotated orientation.

What to do

FNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front Driver's Side Air Bag Module, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2015. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall is 57.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.