2018 Ferrari 488 Spider recalls and problems

The 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider has 4 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ferrari dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Ferrari 488 Spider recalls

Recall 21V-833: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Oct 23, 2021 · 9,985 vehicles affected · Ferrari North America, Inc.

Problem: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2010-2015 458 Italia, 2012-2015 458 Spider, 2014-2015 458 Speciale, 2015 458 Speciale Aperta, 2016-2019 488 GTB, and 488 Spider vehicles. The brake system may leak brake fluid, resulting in a loss of braking ability.

Risk: Loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap and update the software, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 78.

Recall 19V-411: Air Bags

Reported Jun 4, 2019 · 893 vehicles affected · Ferrari North America, Inc.

Problem: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2018 488 Spider, 488 Pista, 2015 458 Speciale A, 2016-2018 488 GTB, 2015-2017 F12 Berlinetta, 2016 F12 tdf, and 2016-2018 Carlifornia T vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly causing the non-deployment or improper deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.

Risk: In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag ECU, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 70.

Recall 19V-090: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Feb 14, 2019 · 2,150 vehicles affected · Ferrari North America, Inc.

Problem: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2017 LaFerrari Aperta, 2018-2019 488 GTB, GTC4Lusso T, GTC4Lusso, 488 Spider, 812 Superfast, and 2019 488 Pista vehicles. The fuel vapor separator may crack and allow fuel to leak.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

Fix: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel vapor separator, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 69.

Recall 19V-006: Air Bags

Reported Jan 9, 2019 · 11,176 vehicles affected · Ferrari North America, Inc.

Problem: Ferrari North America (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2014 Ferrari California, 2014-2015 Ferrari 458 Italia, 458 Spider, 2014-2016 Ferrari FF, 2014-2017 Ferrari F12, 2015-2018 Ferrari California T, 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale A, 2016 Ferrari F60 America, 2016-2017 Ferrari F12 tdf, 2016-2018 Ferrari 488 GTB, 488 Spider, 2017-2018 Ferrari GTC4Lusso and 2018 GTC4Lusso T vehicles nationwide. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall is 65.

2018 Ferrari 488 Spider problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 6,700 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · at 6,700 miles · reported Oct 4, 2021

On 07 September 2021, I had been driving my 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider for 8 to 10 miles when the car suddenly displayed the following message "Brake Fluid Low, Go to Dealer Slowly". (note: Dealer is 2 hours away at 60 mph). As I slowed the car from approximately 45 mph, the brakes felt minimal but with down-shifting and minimal brakes I was able to slow the car. I attempted to limp home at 5 to 10 mph however within 3 miles or so the brakes failed completely. With the pedal to the floor there was absolutely no effect on the vehicle. It was fortunate that I was able to slow the car prior to…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider: 21V-833 (service brakes, hydraulic), 19V-411 (air bags), 19V-090 (fuel system, gasoline), 19V-006 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 6,700 miles.

Are Ferrari recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ferrari dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.