Ferrari F40 Recall R/2005/078: Possible Breakage Of A Front Suspension Fork, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 13 Jun 2005
- Launched
- 178
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2005/078
- DVSA reference
Ferrari recalled F40 vehicles built between 1 June 1987 and 1 June 1993. The possibility exists that the forks which fasten the lower suspension levers to the chassis may have been fitted incorrectly thus creating increased stress in the threaded pin anchorage area. The dealer will replace the suspension forks. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The possibility exists that the forks which fasten the lower suspension levers to the chassis may have been fitted incorrectly thus creating increased stress in the threaded pin anchorage area. This could result in the possible breakage of the fork.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE BREAKAGE OF A FRONT SUSPENSION FORK Defect: The possibility exists that the forks which fasten the lower suspension levers to the chassis may have been fitted incorrectly thus creating increased stress in the threaded pin anchorage area. This could result in the possible breakage of the fork. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the suspension forks replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the possible breakage of the fork.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the suspension forks.
Are You Affected?
F40 built between 1 June 1987 and 1 June 1993 may be included. Ferrari estimates 178 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/2005/078. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 208, 328Possibility that impact distortion to front suspension could result in subsequent failure | Book soon | R/1999/032 |
This is one of 48 Ferrari recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ferrari recall launched before it was R/2004/166 on 16 Sep 2004, for possibility that the roll-over fuel shut off float valves may fracture. The one launched after it was R/2006/084 on 17 Apr 2006, for fuel vapour may leak. You can also see every Ferrari recall, all recalls launched in 2005 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2005/078, launched 13 June 2005. 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.