2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta: 3 recalls, 0 owner complaints.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Parking brake Vehicle recall #01V211000 · 2001 · 74 vehicles
What's wrong: The hand brake ratchet mechanism did not receive the proper hardness treatment of the ratchet teeth. As a result, the ratchet teeth could become damaged.
Why it matters: If the ratchet mechanism teeth become damaged, failure of the hand brake to operate as expected would result. If the problem existed and the vehicle's use was continued, it would be possible that the hand brake would not function and could result in damage to the vehicle or property.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the production code of the ratchet mechanism and, if necessary, replace the hand brake ratchet mechanism. Owner notification began July 20, 2001.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #03V175000 · 2003 · 232 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the transmission oil lines to the oil cooler May not have been manufactured properly. The lines could become disconnected from the metal fitting and leak oil. If the lines leak oil, insufficient lubrication to the transmission could result. If this condition was to exist, the vehicle's transmission could become inoperative.
Why it matters: If the transmission became inoperative while the customer was driving, it could pose a potential safety risk to the driver as well as other vehicles and potentially result in damage to the vehicle or property, and a crash without warning.
The fix: Dealers will replace the two existing transmission oil lines to the cooler with new lines which have a properly crimped metal fitting connector. Owner notification began on June 4, 2003.
Seats Vehicle recall #03V345000 · 2003 · 73 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain model passenger vehicles, as a result of improper welding of the seat rail assemblies, one side of the seat May not fully lock into the set position. Under extreme acceleration or deacceleration conditions, this could cause a rocking motion of the seat.
Why it matters: If the seat started a rocking motion while the customer was driving, it could pose a safety risk to the driver as well as other vehicles and could result in damage to the vehicle or property, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the entire seat rail assemblies on both seats. Owner notification is expected to begin during October 2003. Owners should contact Ferrari at 1-201-816-2651.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta so far.
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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