23,500-Plus Ferraris Recalled for Risk of Brake Failure
Rare is the day when you can use the words “Ferrari” and “free” in the same sentence, but the good news is that owners can indeed be treated to free service on account of a new recall. The bad news is that the recall affects one of a Ferrari’s most important components: brakes.
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Some 23,500 Ferraris from the last 17 model years are included. Here are the specific models involved:
- 2005-09 430
- 2009-17 California, 2015-17 California T
- 2010-11 612, 2005-11 612 Scaglietti
- 2012-16 FF
- 2013-17 F12 Berlinetta, 2017 F12 TDF
- 2013-15 LaFerrari, 2017 LaFerrari Aperta
- 2016 F60 America
- 2017-20 GTC4Lusso, 2018-20 GTC4Lusso T
- 2018-22 812
- 2019-20 488 Pista
- 2019-22 Portofino
- 2020-22 F8 Spider, F8 Tributo
- 2021-22 Roma
This latest recall is an extension of an issue first cited in October that affected the 458 and 488 lines, and it stems from the brake fluid reservoir cap, which may not vent properly. That could create a vacuum inside the brake fluid reservoir, resulting in a brake fluid leak that may lead to a partial or total loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the reservoir cap and update software that will show a new warning message for low brake fluid; both repairs are on Maranello’s house. Ferrari will begin notifying owners Sept. 24, but those with further questions can call the automaker at 866-551-2828 (Ferrari’s number for this recall is RC 80) or visit NHTSA’s website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
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