Recall 19V006 affects 11,176 2014-2018 Ferrari vehicles because passenger air bag inflators can explode. Repair is free at any franchised Ferrari dealer.
Ferrari is recalling 11,176 2014-2018 vehicles, including California T, 488 Spider, and GTC4LUSSO models, because certain passenger frontal air bag inflators can explode after long-term exposure to humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion can send sharp metal fragments into occupants and cause serious injury or death, and Ferrari dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front passenger air bag inflator in these 2014-2018 Ferrari vehicles is the metal canister inside the passenger air bag module. In a crash that triggers the passenger air bag, the inflator burns propellant to create gas, filling the air bag before the passenger moves into the dashboard area.
On affected vehicles, the propellant inside certain Takata inflators degrades after years of high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature cycling. When the air bag deploys, degraded propellant burns too aggressively and creates excessive pressure inside the inflator. That pressure can rupture the inflator body, sending metal fragments into the cabin instead of only inflating the air bag.
There is no warning sign before failure. The air bag warning light does not have to come on, and normal driving feel does not tell you whether the passenger inflator is affected.
Who's affected?
All listed Ferrari models use the same passenger-side front air bag inflator module for this recall.
| 2015 Ferrari California T | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2015 Ferrari Ff | front air bag |
| 2015 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta | front air bag |
| 2016 Ferrari California T | front air bag |
| 2016 Ferrari 488 Gtb | front air bag |
| 2016 Ferrari 488 Spider | front air bag |
| 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider | front air bag |
| 2017 Ferrari 488 Gtb | front air bag |
| 2014 Ferrari 458 Italia | front air bag |
| 2015 Ferrari 458 Italia | front air bag |
| 2017 Ferrari 488 Spider | front air bag |
| 2014 Ferrari 458 Speciale | front air bag |
| 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale | front air bag |
| 2014 Ferrari Ff | front air bag |
| 2016 Ferrari Ff | front air bag |
| 2017 Ferrari GTC4LUSSO | front air bag |
| 2018 Ferrari GTC4LUSSO | front air bag |
| 2014 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta | front air bag |
| 2016 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta | front air bag |
| 2017 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta | front air bag |
| 2016 Ferrari F12 Tdf | front air bag |
| 2017 Ferrari F12 Tdf | front air bag |
| 2018 Ferrari 488 Gtb | front air bag |
| 2014 Ferrari California | front air bag |
| 2014 Ferrari 458 Spider | front air bag |
| 2015 Ferrari 458 Spider | front air bag |
| 2017 Ferrari California T | front air bag |
| 2018 Ferrari California T | front air bag |
| 2016 Ferrari F60 America | front air bag |
| 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale A | front air bag |
| 2018 Ferrari GTC4LUSSO T | front air bag |
| Units affected | 11,176 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The model year and name narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
An air bag inflator explosion can send sharp metal fragments into the cabin, striking the driver or other occupants and causing serious injury or death. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ferrari dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2018 Ferrari vehicle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ferrari dealer to schedule the free passenger frontal air bag assembly replacement.
- Schedule the replacement that removes the inflator tied to the metal-fragment injury risk in this recall.
- Bring the recall notice if Ferrari mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V006 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and keep passengers out of the front passenger seat when practical.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ferrari technician replaces the passenger frontal air bag assembly covered by recall 19V006. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Ferrari reviews reimbursement requests for costs tied to this defect when the owner sends the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment to Ferrari for confirmation. If you paid out of pocket for this air bag repair, keep the paperwork and ask the service desk how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 9, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 12, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 8, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 9, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 9, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V006?
Recall 19V006 covers 11,176 2014-2018 Ferrari vehicles with passenger frontal air bag inflators that can explode during deployment after long-term humidity and temperature exposure. Ferrari dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2018 Ferrari is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Ferrari is included in recall 19V006. If it is, contact a franchised Ferrari dealer to schedule the passenger frontal air bag assembly replacement. Reference recall 19V006 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 replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly free of charge at any franchised Ferrari dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 19V006?
The risk is serious injury or death from sharp metal fragments during a crash. If the passenger frontal air bag deploys, the inflator can explode and send fragments into the cabin. The free dealer repair replaces the passenger frontal air bag assembly.
What if I bought my Ferrari used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Ferrari is included, then contact a franchised Ferrari dealer and reference recall 19V006 when scheduling the air bag repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V006000 |
|---|---|
| Ferrari customer service | 1-866-551-2828 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V006 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V006000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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