Recall 15V305 affects 85 2014-2015 Ferrari Laferrari vehicles for headrests that do not meet energy absorption standards. Repair is free at any franchised Ferrari dealer.
Ferrari is recalling 85 2014-2015 Laferrari vehicles because L32 seat headrests do not absorb the required amount of crash energy under the federal head-restraint standard. In a crash, that defect can increase injury risk, and Ferrari dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front head restraint on a 2014-2015 Ferrari Laferrari is the padded support at the top of the seatback. Its job is to help control head movement in a crash, so the head and neck do not snap rearward farther than the seat design allows. On these cars, the concern is tied to L32 seats, which were standard for the passenger seat and optional for the driver seat.
During Ferrari conformity testing, the largest L32 seat at a 32 degree seatback angle did not meet the energy absorption requirement in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 202a. That means the head restraint design does not manage crash energy the way the rule requires in that test condition. Ferrari's fix is to change the head rest design so it conforms to the required energy absorption standard.
There is no warning sign before failure. The head restraint can look normal and still be affected, because the issue is how the seat absorbs energy during a crash test, not how it feels during everyday driving.
Who's affected?
Both model years list the same seat assembly component, so the VIN decides which specific Laferrari cars are included.
| 2014 Ferrari Laferrari | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2015 Ferrari Laferrari | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 85 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coupe is included.
What's the safety risk?
Headrests that do not absorb enough energy can increase the risk of injury in a crash. If your VIN is included, keep using the vehicle with care and schedule the recall repair. Repair is free at any franchised Ferrari dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2015 Ferrari Laferrari is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ferrari dealer to schedule the free headrest replacement for the L32 seats, which fixes the crash-energy absorption issue.
- Bring the recall notice if Ferrari mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V305 when you call.
- Call Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828 if you need help with the dealer process.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ferrari technician replaces the headrests for the affected L32 seats. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Ferrari's standard reimbursement plan covers documented costs owners paid to correct this headrest noncompliance before the owner notification period closed. If you already paid for a related headrest repair, bring prior repair paperwork and payment documentation to the Ferrari service desk or contact Ferrari customer service to start the reimbursement review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 22, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 29, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| May 29, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 29, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 29, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 17, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V305?
Recall 15V305 covers 85 2014-2015 Ferrari Laferrari vehicles with L32 seat headrests that do not meet the required energy-absorption standard in a crash. Ferrari dealers will replace the affected headrests for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2015 Ferrari Laferrari is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V305. If it is, contact a franchised Ferrari dealer to schedule the headrest replacement. Reference recall 15V305 or Ferrari recall number 55 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Ferrari's remedy says dealers will replace the affected headrests free of charge. A franchised Ferrari dealer handles the recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is increased injury risk in a crash. NHTSA campaign 15V305 ties the defect to L32 seat headrests that do not absorb the required amount of energy, which can reduce protection for an occupant during a collision.
What if I bought my Ferrari Laferrari used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Laferrari is included, then call a franchised Ferrari dealer and reference recall 15V305.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V305000 |
|---|---|
| Ferrari customer service | 1-866-551-2828 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V305 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V305000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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