2007 FERRARI F430
1 recalls, 5 complaints - 18 TSBs
09V048000 Feb 6, 2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
FERRARI IS RECALLING 1,950 MY 2005-2007 F40 SPIDER VEHICLES. THE DEFECT INVOLVES THE HYDRAULIC HOSES FOR THE CONVERTIBLE TOP THAT ARE LOCATED INSIDE OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE HEAT FROM THE ENGINE MAY CAUSE HAIR-LINE CRACKS TO FORM IN THE HOSES WHICH MAY RESULT IN FLUID LEAKAGE FROM THE CONVERT... Read more
Consequence
THIS LEAKAGE IN TURN, WILL CAUSE THE CONVERTIBLE TOP WARNING LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE AND IF NOT REMEDIED, COULD ULTIMATELY LEAK FLUID INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUSING SMOKE AND A FIRE, RENDERING THE VEHICLE INOPERABLE AND POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTIVE HEAT SHIELDS OVER THE CONVERTIBLE TOP HYDRAULIC LINES TO INSULATE THEM FROM THE HEAT OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FERRARI AT 201-816-2600.
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 23, 2018
Incident date: Aug 5, 2017
POWER WINDOWS AND ALL BUTTONS IN THE FERRARI BECOMES STICKY AND ALL CONTROLS BECOME STUCK IN PLACE. MAKING IT DANGEROUS TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE. THIS ONLY HAPPENS IN THE SUMMERTIME WHEN TEMPERATURE MELTS THE TOP LAYER OF THE FILM OR PLASTICS OF THE BOTTONS. THIS IS A WELL KNOWN AND DOCOMENTED ISSUE ... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 29, 2015
Incident date: Dec 10, 2014
THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD HAS CRACKED, FERRARI IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE DEFECT THAT CAN CAUSE CAT INDUCTION, THEN ENGINE FAILURE (AND SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN). FERRARI IS NOT WILLING TO REPLACE THE MANIFOLDS. THE MANIFOLDS WERE NOT FIT FOR SERVICE AND FAIL THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY. ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 18, 2014
Incident date: Feb 8, 2014
REF VIN# [XXX], YOU WILL NOT FIND IT IN THE U.S DATABASE (THAT 8TH CHARACTER "L" STANDS FOR LATIN AMERICA). GOOD DAY NHTSA, I BELIEVE FERRARI OF ITALY HAS MESSED UP AGAIN ON THEIR VIN# AND TITLE NAMING CONVENTIONS. I JUST STARTED DEPORTATION MY 2007 FERRARI F430 BACK TO EUROPE, SEEMS THE ?AMERICAN... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 18, 2014
Incident date: Feb 8, 2014
REF VIN# [XXX], YOU WILL NOT FIND IT IN THE U.S DATABASE (THAT 8TH CHARACTER "L" STANDS FOR LATIN AMERICA). GOOD DAY NHTSA, I BELIEVE FERRARI OF ITALY HAS MESSED UP AGAIN ON THEIR VIN# AND TITLE NAMING CONVENTIONS. I JUST STARTED DEPORTATION MY 2007 FERRARI F430 BACK TO EUROPE, SEEMS THE ?AMERICAN... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 18, 2014
Incident date: Feb 8, 2014
REF VIN# [XXX], YOU WILL NOT FIND IT IN THE U.S DATABASE (THAT 8TH CHARACTER "L" STANDS FOR LATIN AMERICA). GOOD DAY NHTSA, I BELIEVE FERRARI OF ITALY HAS MESSED UP AGAIN ON THEIR VIN# AND TITLE NAMING CONVENTIONS. I JUST STARTED DEPORTATION MY 2007 FERRARI F430 BACK TO EUROPE, SEEMS THE ?AMERICAN... Read more
EPA Fuel Economy, 2007 FERRARI F430
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 11.0 | 16.0 | 13.0 | Premium | $5,950 |
| 4.3L 8-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 11.0 | 16.0 | 13.0 | Premium | $5,950 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Two Seaters)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2007 FERRARI F430
18 manufacturer communications from 15 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 12 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 1 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 1 |
| 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 1 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
2660
Mar 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
2020 Technical Documentation Update (No. 02)
2609
Aug 22, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Updated Contents with reference to TI 2608
2608
Aug 22, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
2019 Technical Documentation Update
164
Jul 31, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Takata Airbag Client Info Request
164
Jul 31, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
Takata Airbag Client Info Request
2606
Jul 24, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
New functions in Service Entry
163
Jul 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Carbon Ceramic Brakes
163
Jul 23, 2019
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Carbon Ceramic Brakes
2604
Jul 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
New ??A?A?Errors Found??A?A? field in ROL creation page
2603
Jul 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
??A?A?Pro-Team??A?A? anti stone-chipping film
2600
Jul 19, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
2019 Technical Documentation Update 6
2594
Jul 19, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Packing components for shipment for Parts Return from network
2599
Jul 19, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Conclusion of engine oil sampling campaign
2599
Jul 19, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Conclusion of engine oil sampling campaign
87
Jun 17, 2019
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brembo Racing procedure for tightening brake caliper bleeder screws
2556
Jun 11, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Ferrari Predictive Maintenance and new Warranty booklets
20
Feb 15, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Classiche Bulletin 20- Revised February 2019
TSB-1722
Apr 1, 2009
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FERRARI: NEW SOFTWARE IS AVAILABLE FOR THE F1 GEARBOX IN F430 AND F430 SPIDER VEHICLES ONLY. THE REASON IS TO INSTALL NEW SOFTWARE IN THE GEARBOX ECU SO THE HYDRAULIC PUMP AND SYSTEM PRESSURE CAN BE MONITORED MORE PRECISELY. MODEL YEARS
FERRARI F430 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FERRARI F430 across all model years (2005, 2007).
5
Total Recalls
7
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths