CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Ferrari 488 GTB has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (2 reports).
2016 Ferrari 488 GTB recalls
Brake Fluid Leak Can Cause Loss of Braking
The hydraulic brake system in these vehicles may leak brake fluid.
Air bags may not deploy or may deploy improperly in a crash
The air bag control module (ECU) in certain Ferrari vehicles may malfunction.
Passenger Air Bag May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal air bag inflator can rupture when the air bag deploys in a crash.
Brake Wear Warning May Not Display, Risking Crash
Certain 2016 Ferrari 488 GTB and 488 Spider vehicles have a software error that may prevent the driver from being warned when the brake discs are critically worn.
Fuel Leak During Start Can Raise Fire Risk
Some 2016 Ferrari 488 GTB vehicles built between September 9 and November 6, 2015 may have a low pressure fuel line connection that was not properly coated during manufacturing.
Most common 2016 Ferrari 488 GTB problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 |
What owners report
Rpm Royalty a rental car company located at [XXX] has been renting out a rebuilt 488 Ferrari with no functional airbags. This is a serious safety risk INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FERRARI 488 GTB. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V006000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. FERRARI BEVERLY HILLS (9372 WILSHIRE BLVD, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90212) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED AND WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER TO CALL BACK IN SIX MONTHS FOR PART AVAILABILITY. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2016 Ferrari 488 GTB questions
Does the 2016 Ferrari 488 GTB have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2016 Ferrari 488 GTB: Brake Fluid Leak Can Cause Loss of Braking; Air bags may not deploy or may deploy improperly in a crash; Passenger Air Bag May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Brake Wear Warning May Not Display, Risking Crash; Fuel Leak During Start Can Raise Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ferrari 488 GTB?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Ferrari 488 GTB has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.