Ferrari North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #09V447000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V447000 by Ferrari North America, Inc.. Includes 2,356 affected units, FUEL LINE DIVIDER, component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Ferrari is recalling certain model year 1995 through 1999 ferrari 355 and 355 f1 vehicles. independent automobile repair facilities may have improperly installed certain screw clamps that are located in close proximity to the fuel lines and that fasten the water sleeve to the thermostat connection. The improper installation of these screw clamps may damage the fuel supply pipes.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a new fuel divider block, which will serve to provide a greater distance between these screw clamps and the fuel lines. this will eliminate the possibility of any damage to the fuel supply pipes which could cause fluid leakage. This service will be performed free of charge. the recall began on december 16, 2009. owners may contact ferrari at 1-201-816-2600.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V447000
Manufacturer: Ferrari North America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2009-11-19T00:00:00
Subject: Fuel line divider
Component: Fuel System, Other
Potentially Affected Units: 2,356

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 48
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ferrari is recalling certain model year 1995 through 1999 ferrari 355 and 355 f1 vehicles. independent automobile repair facilities may have improperly installed certain screw clamps that are located in close proximity to the fuel lines and that fasten the water sleeve to the thermostat connection. The improper installation of these screw clamps may damage the fuel supply pipes.
Consequence Summary: Fluid could leak into the engine compartment, causing smoke and, in some circumstances, a fire, rendering the vehicle inoperable and possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will install a new fuel divider block, which will serve to provide a greater distance between these screw clamps and the fuel lines. this will eliminate the possibility of any damage to the fuel supply pipes which could cause fluid leakage. This service will be performed free of charge. the recall began on december 16, 2009. owners may contact ferrari at 1-201-816-2600.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-624p_ets6-gvzg
NHTSA ID: 09V447000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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