2017 Ferrari 488 Spider recalls and problems
The 2017 Ferrari 488 Spider has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Ferrari dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2017 Ferrari 488 Spider vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2017 Ferrari 488 Spider recalls
Recall 21V-833: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: 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.
Risk: Loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Recall 19V-006: Air Bags
Problem: Ferrari North America (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2014 Ferrari California, 2014-2015 Ferrari 458 Italia, 458 Spider, 2014-2016 Ferrari FF, 2014-2017 Ferrari F12, 2015-2018 Ferrari California T, 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale A, 2016 Ferrari F60 America, 2016-2017 Ferrari F12 tdf, 2016-2018 Ferrari 488 GTB, 488 Spider, 2017-2018 Ferrari GTC4Lusso and 2018 GTC4Lusso T vehicles nationwide. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall is 65.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Ferrari 488 Spider have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Ferrari 488 Spider: 21V-833 (service brakes, hydraulic), 19V-006 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Ferrari recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ferrari dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.