Recall 00V-098: 1999 Ferrari 360 Modena, 1999 Ferrari 360 Modena F1

FERRARI NORTH AMERICA recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Mar 29, 2000, covering about 132 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-098
Report date
Mar 29, 2000
Vehicles affected
132
Owners notified
Apr 13, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The mounting of the air bag electronic control unit (Ecu) may not be suited for long term reliability. If left unchanged, the mounting could become weak and the ability of the air bag ECU to sense a crash would be impaired.

The risk

If a crash should occur, the air bag may not deploy as expected.

The fix

Dealers will install longer screws, which ensure better tightening and securing of the ECU to the body element.

Notes

Owner notification began april 13, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ferrari at 1-201-816-2651.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerFERRARI NORTH AMERICA
ComponentAir Bags
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V098000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ferrari 360 Modena1999All years
Ferrari 360 Modena F11999All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-098?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The mounting of the air bag electronic control unit (Ecu) may not be suited for long term reliability. If left unchanged, the mounting could become weak and the ability of the air bag ECU to sense a crash would be impaired.

How is recall 00V-098 fixed?

Dealers will install longer screws, which ensure better tightening and securing of the ECU to the body element.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.