Ferrari 208: Engine Oil Filter May Leak
Ferrari Recall Summary Ferrari is recalling 11,916 vehicles from multiple models (208, 308, 328, 512, 360, and 355) because the engine oil filter may not be tightened properly during manufacturing, combined with an O-ring design issue that could allow oil to leak from the engine. An oil leak in this location could lead to a fire. The remedy involves replacing the oil filter with a new type.
- Recalling firm
- FERRARI
- Product
- Vehicles: FERRARI 208, FERRARI 308, FERRARI 328, FERRARI 512, FERRARI 360, FERRARI 355. Units affected: 11,916
- Reason
- Incorrect tightening of the engine oil filter coupled with a less compliant O ring design could result in a serious oil leak and subsequent fire risk. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit a new type oil filter - Part No. 191993
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2001-07-23
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/dfff94a9-a3e2-4f37-886f-c6f2535ceaa6