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Ferrari F40 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every F40 from 1990 to 1992: 0 owner complaints and 3 recalls across 3 model years.

No owner complaints on file yet. Best fuel economy: 13 mpg combined (1992).

Ferrari F40
Photo: MrWalkr · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
19901013
19911013
19921013

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Ferrari F40?

No owner complaints on file yet.

How many recalls has the Ferrari F40 had?

Across 1990–1992, NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).