Recall 14V487 covers 3,082 2010-2014 Ferrari 458 vehicles for a front trunk secondary-latch defect. Repair will be free at any franchised Ferrari dealer once available.
Ferrari is recalling 3,082 2010-2014 458 vehicles under recall 14V487 because of a secondary front trunk latch defect that prevents release while the vehicle is stationary. If someone is trapped inside and the latch does not open the lid, the defect increases the risk of personal injury or death; the dealer repair will be free once Ferrari makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The front trunk latch on the 2010-2014 Ferrari 458 holds the storage compartment lid closed. The primary latch keeps the lid shut during normal use, and the secondary latch is a backup catch that keeps the lid from opening fully until the release system finishes its job. The interior trunk release is supposed to release the lid so a person inside the compartment can get out.
On affected 458 vehicles, the latch system releases the front trunk lid from the primary latch position, but it does not release the secondary latch when the vehicle is stationary. Ferrari traced the issue to the latch design used before a production running change. That means the lid can remain caught on the secondary latch even after the release is operated.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is in how the latch responds while the vehicle is stationary, so an owner is not expected to hear, see, or feel a warning during normal driving.
Who's affected?
Spans five model years of the 458, all tied to the trunk lid lock.
| 2014 Ferrari 458 | Lock |
|---|---|
| 2013 Ferrari 458 | Lock |
| 2012 Ferrari 458 | Lock |
| 2011 Ferrari 458 | Lock |
| 2010 Ferrari 458 | Lock |
| Units affected | 3,082 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
The safety risk is trunk entrapment. If a person is trapped inside and the latch system does not release the lid, the situation increases the risk of personal injury or death. Keep people away from the trunk area until the latch modification is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Ferrari dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2014 Ferrari 458 is included in this recall.
- Contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828 to confirm current repair timing before scheduling.
- Reference recall number 14V487 and Ferrari recall 54 when you call.
- Schedule the free front trunk latch modification once Ferrari confirms the repair is open; the dealer modifies the latch system so it meets interior trunk release requirements.
- Bring the Ferrari owner notice to the dealer if you have it.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ferrari technician will modify the existing front trunk latch system with a new component that meets the trunk release requirements. The dealer repair will be free once available. The remedy targets the secondary latch for the front trunk storage compartment, which is part of the interior trunk release system. Ferrari has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid for a related front trunk latch repair before the recall notice, ask Ferrari customer service or the service desk how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 7, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 18, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
| September 18, 2014 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 19, 2014 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 23, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V487?
Recall 14V487 covers 3,082 2010-2014 Ferrari 458 vehicles with a front trunk secondary latch that does not release when the vehicle is stationary. Ferrari dealers modify the front trunk latch system with a new component for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2014 Ferrari 458 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V487. If it is, contact a franchised Ferrari dealer to schedule the front trunk latch modification. Reference recall number 14V487 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Ferrari will modify the existing front trunk latch system free of charge at any franchised Ferrari dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is entrapment in the front trunk. If a person is trapped and the secondary latch does not release the trunk lid, the risk of personal injury or death increases. Ferrari dealers fix the latch system for free.
What if I bought my Ferrari 458 used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2010-2014 Ferrari 458 is included, then contact a franchised Ferrari dealer and reference recall number 14V487.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V487000 |
|---|---|
| Ferrari customer service | 1-866-551-2828 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V487 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V487000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →