Recall 15V881 affects 119 2016 Ferrari 488 Gtb vehicles for an improperly coated low-pressure fuel-line connection. Repair is free at any franchised Ferrari dealer.
Ferrari is recalling 119 2016 488 Gtb vehicles because a low pressure fuel line connection was not properly coated during manufacturing and can leak fuel vapor during engine start. A fuel vapor leak raises the risk of fire, and Ferrari dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2016 Ferrari 488 Gtb uses a low-pressure fuel line to carry gasoline from the fuel pump toward the engine. The connection at the fuel pump has to seal tightly so liquid fuel and fuel vapor stay inside the line during startup and normal operation.
On affected vehicles, the metallic part of that fuel pipe connection did not receive the proper coating during manufacturing. That coating is meant to help the connection seal. Without it, the connection can leak fuel vapor when the engine starts, because pressure builds in the line before the engine is running normally.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not rely on a dashboard light or a drivability change to identify this defect before the vapor leak happens.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Ferrari 488 Gtb | fuel system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 119 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2016 Ferrari 488 Gtb coupe is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coupe is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fuel vapor leak during engine start increases the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, arrange dealer service before routine driving and avoid unnecessary engine starts until the repair is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Ferrari dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Ferrari 488 Gtb is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ferrari dealer to schedule the free low-pressure fuel-line connection repair that stops the fuel vapor leak during engine start.
- Reference recall number 15V881 when you call, and bring the owner notice if Ferrari sent one.
- Avoid unnecessary engine starts until the dealer confirms the repair is complete.
- Call Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828 with questions about scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ferrari technician replaces the low pressure fuel line assembly connection so the connection is properly sealed against fuel vapor leakage during engine start. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Ferrari says affected vehicles were in dealer inventory and were remedied before customer retail, but the VIN still decides whether this applies. Ferrari has a general reimbursement plan on file for eligible documented repairs paid before the recall notice. Ask Ferrari customer service or the service desk how to submit repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 18, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| December 28, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V881?
Recall 15V881 covers 119 2016 Ferrari 488 Gtb vehicles with a low-pressure fuel line connection that was not properly coated during manufacturing. That condition can allow a fuel vapor leak during engine start. Ferrari will replace the low-pressure fuel line assembly connection for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Ferrari 488 Gtb is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V881. If it is, contact a franchised Ferrari dealer to schedule the low-pressure fuel line assembly connection replacement. Reference recall number 15V881 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Ferrari will replace the low-pressure fuel line assembly connection free of charge at any franchised Ferrari dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire during engine start. Recall 15V881 says the uncoated low-pressure fuel line connection can allow a fuel vapor leak, and a fuel vapor leak during engine start increases the risk of a fire. The dealer repair fixes the affected connection for free.
What if I bought my Ferrari 488 Gtb used?
The free repair still applies if your VIN is included. Ferrari said affected vehicles were in dealer inventory and would be repaired before customer retail, but ownership history does not decide recall coverage. Check your VIN, then ask a Ferrari dealer to confirm the repair status.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V881000 |
|---|---|
| Ferrari customer service | 1-866-551-2828 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V881 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V881000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →