Ferrari F355 Recall R/2009/064: Risk Of Fire, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 Nov 2009
- Launched
- 1,231
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2009/064
- DVSA reference
Ferrari recalled F355 vehicles built between 1 May 1995 and 30 June 1999. Due to incorrect assembly the possibility exists that engine bay fuel pipes may come into contact with the metal clip of a cooling system pipe. The dealer will replace the fuel distribution block to prevent cooling pipe contact. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to incorrect assembly the possibility exists that engine bay fuel pipes may come into contact with the metal clip of a cooling system pipe. This contact my cause the fuel pipe to leak with the attendant risk of fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: RISK OF FIRE Defect: It has been identified that due to incorrect assembly the possibility exists that engine bay fuel pipes may come into contact with the metal clip of a cooling system pipe. This contact my cause the fuel pipe to leak with the attendant risk of fire. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the fuel distribution block replaced to prevent cooling pipe contact.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: risk of fire.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the fuel distribution block to prevent cooling pipe contact.
Are You Affected?
F355 built between 1 May 1995 and 30 June 1999 may be included. Ferrari estimates 1,231 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/2009/064. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| F355Steering column shaft clamp bolt may have been insufficiently tightened | Urgent | R/1998/049 | |
| F355Possible damage to fuel tank during vehicle assembly could result in a fuel leak | Urgent | R/1998/048 | |
| F355Possible fuel leak | Urgent | R/1998/006 | |
| 296 GTSChecking correct tightening of engine turbocharger lubrication system delivery pipes | Urgent | R/2025/458 | |
| PurosangueInstallation of a spacer between the positive pole of the power supply fuse box and passenger-side footrest bracket | Urgent | R/2025/445 |
This is one of 48 Ferrari recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ferrari recall launched before it was R/2009/079 on 23 Sep 2009, for tyre tread may detach. The one launched after it was R/2010/122 on 4 Sep 2010, for fire may occur. You can also see every Ferrari recall, all recalls launched in 2009 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2009/064, launched 9 November 2009. 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.