NHTSA recall 12V211000
Engine and engine cooling
Ferrari 458
Reported May 14, 201274 vehicles affectedFERRARI NORTH AMERICA INCMaker’s number 52
The defect
Ferrari IS recalling certain model year 2011-2012 458 italia and 2012 california vehicles because the crankshaft may fail due to incorrect machining.
The risk
If this failure occurs, the engine may seize, suddenly rendering the vehicle inoperable, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will offer vehicle owners the option of having their engine repaired or replaced, free of charge. the safety recall began on june 18, 2012. owners may contact ferrari at 201-816-2600.