Recall 98V-223
FERRARI NORTH AMERICA recalled the 1998 Ferrari F355: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-223
- Reported
- September 14, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 81 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passsenger vehicles. Fuel tank damage could have occurred during installation of the screws on the soft top mechanism covers.
The risk
This condition could cause fuel leakage from the fuel tank, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the fuel tanks for leaks. If leaks are found, the fuel tank will be replaced. Dealers will also inspect the soft top mechanism cover screws to verify proper length. If the screws are found to be the wrong length, correct length screws will be installed.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began during september 1998.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-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Ferrari F355 1998