Recall 99V-166: 1997–1998 Ferrari 550

FERRARI NORTH AMERICA recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 30, 1999, covering about 118 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-166
Report date
Jun 30, 1999
Vehicles affected
118
Owners notified
Jul 1, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering may become stiff due to overheating of the power steering fluid causing damage to the hydraulic seals in the steering box and steering pump.

The risk

This condition could cause decreased steering ability during parking procedures.

The fix

Dealers will replace the power steering cooling coil, oil tank, oil lines, pump, and box.

Notes

Owner notification began july 1, 1999.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
ComponentSteering › Hydraulic Power Assist System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V166000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ferrari 5501997, 1998All 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 99V-166?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering may become stiff due to overheating of the power steering fluid causing damage to the hydraulic seals in the steering box and steering pump.

How is recall 99V-166 fixed?

Dealers will replace the power steering cooling coil, oil tank, oil lines, pump, and box.

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.