Ferrari 550 Recall R/1998/072: Possible Fuel Leak In Engine Compartment, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 21 Sep 1998
- Launched
- 190
- vehicles in the UK
- R/1998/072
- DVSA reference
Ferrari recalled 550 vehicles built between 1 January 1997 and 31 August 1998. Due to insufficient clamping pressure of fuel pipe ferrule attaching the flexible hose to the pipe end fitting it is possible that a fuel leak may occur in the engine compartment. The dealer will remove the suspect fuel hoses and fit quality assured replacements. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to insufficient clamping pressure of fuel pipe ferrule attaching the flexible hose to the pipe end fitting it is possible that a fuel leak may occur in the engine compartment.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT Defect: Due to insufficient clamping pressure of fuel pipe ferrule attaching the flexible hose to the pipe end fitting it is possible that a fuel leak may occur in the engine compartment. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles remove the suspect fuel hoses and fit quality assured replacements.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: possible fuel leak in engine compartment.
The Fix
The dealer will remove the suspect fuel hoses and fit quality assured replacements.
Are You Affected?
550 built between 1 January 1997 and 31 August 1998 may be included. Ferrari estimates 190 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Ferrari, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
Choose the make and model so we can match recalls to your car.
What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Ferrari.
- Book with any franchised Ferrari dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/1998/072. See how to get a Ferrari recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 550Seat runner locks may not engage simultaneously | Low | R/2003/118 | |
| 456GT, 456GTA, 550Possible leak from gearbox oil radiator pipes | Low | R/2003/071 | |
| 550Roadwheels may become loose | Book soon | R/2001/148 | |
| 296 GTB, 296 GTSAffected vehicles have a fuel tank connecting pipe that may come into contact with the HV Battery protective cover resulting in corrosion causing a hole inside the connecting pipe that may result in a fuel leak | Urgent | R/2023/158 | |
| CaliforniaRisk of fire | Urgent | R/2015/251 |
This is one of 48 Ferrari recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ferrari recall launched before it was R/1998/049 on 18 Jun 1998, for steering column shaft clamp bolt may have been insufficiently tightened. The one launched after it was R/1998/075 on 30 Sep 1998, for throttle pedal linkage may break. You can also see every Ferrari recall, all recalls launched in 1998 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/1998/072, launched 21 September 1998. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.