Ferrari 456GT, 456GTA Recall R/2003/070: Possible Fuel Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 23 Apr 2003
- Launched
- 24
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2003/070
- DVSA reference
Ferrari recalled 456GT, 456GTA vehicles. The gaiter and associated parts connecting the fuel filler neck to the tank may not conform to specification. The dealer will replace the fuel filler neck connecting system with parts that comply with the specification. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The gaiter and associated parts connecting the fuel filler neck to the tank may not conform to specification. This may cause a fuel leak which could contaminate the tyres and adversely affect the handling of the car.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK Defect: The gaiter and associated parts connecting the fuel filler neck to the tank may not conform to specification. This may cause a fuel leak which could contaminate the tyres and adversely affect the handling of the car. Remedy: Replace the fuel filler neck connecting system with parts that comply with the specification.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause a fuel leak which could contaminate the tyres and adversely affect the handling of the car.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the fuel filler neck connecting system with parts that comply with the specification.
Are You Affected?
456GT, 456GTA may be included. Ferrari estimates 24 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?
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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/2003/070. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 456GT, 456GTA, 550Possible leak from gearbox oil radiator pipes | Low | R/2003/071 | |
| 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 | |
| 488Fire may occur | Urgent | R/2015/250 | |
| LA FerrariLoss of control | Urgent | R/2015/139 |
This is one of 48 Ferrari recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ferrari recall launched before it was R/2001/148 on 20 Nov 2001, for roadwheels may become loose. The one launched after it was R/2003/071 on 23 Apr 2003, for possible leak from gearbox oil radiator pipes. You can also see every Ferrari recall, all recalls launched in 2003 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2003/070, launched 23 April 2003. 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.