This particular car (approx. 3800 manufactured) utilizes a seat position switch (potentiometer #64978300) that makes sure that the seat is clear of the folding convertible top frame when it folds into the passenger compartment. There is one switch on each seat. When lowering my convertible top, the switch failed and the convertible top folded onto a seat mounted seat belt bracket as the seat failed to clear out of the way. The convertible roof frame began to buckle under hydraulic pressure as it scissored the bracket. Fortunately I caught it in time. This activity occurred inches from the left side of my head and I can only speculate that either the roof frame would have jumped off the belt bracket or the pivot pin on the frame could have potentially broken possibly causing a head injury. I will never know the exact outcome as letting this process continue could do well over $10,000 in damage to the vehicle. In my opinion, this part is over-engineered and under-manufactured. They are prone to fail and the previous owner of my car had to replace the passenger side switch at eleven years. Unfortunately, this part is no longer available anywhere on this planet and if you consult the internet, you will discover a community of owners who are attempting "make-shift" repairs or defeating the system entirely. This is far from safe. I initiated contact with ferrari on 9/1/2017 and my last contact was 11/7/17. I did not ask them to accept financial responsibility for repairing this hazard, I merely suggested they find a way to source the part. I believe a repair could be as simple as 3d printing an internal part. Their initial interest has turned to nine months of silence. Now I turn to you to hold ferrari responsible. As it was their engineers that decided to incorporate a seat memory switch into a safety system, let them find a solution. A hazard exists.
The worst 1995 Ferrari F355 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags1
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- Airbags1
Recalls 6
Fuel system, other: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Ferrari is recalling certain model year 1995 through 1999 ferrari 355 and 355 f1 vehicles. Independent automobile repair facilities may have improperly installed certain screw clamps that are located in close proximity to the fuel lines and that fasten the water sleeve to the thermostat connection. The improper installation of these screw clamps may damage the fuel supply pipes.
- Risk
- Fluid could leak into the engine compartment, causing smoke and, in some circumstances, a fire, rendering the vehicle inoperable and possibly resulting in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new fuel divider block, which will serve to provide a greater distance between these screw clamps and the fuel lines. This will eliminate the possibility of any damage to the fuel supply pipes which could cause fluid leakage. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on december 16, 2009. Owners may contact ferrari at 1‑201‑816‑2600.
Recall number 09V447000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles fitted with dual fuel pumps. The fuel injection line fitting can fracture if the aluminum nut attaching the lines is tightened excessively.
- Risk
- If the fuel line fractures, fuel leakage can occur. If an ignition source is present, a fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the fuel injection lines that have aluminum nuts and replace with new lines containing steel attaching nuts.
Recall number 98V088000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles fitted with single fuel pumps. The fuel injection line fitting can fracture if the aluminum nut attaching the lines is tightened excessively.
- Risk
- If the fuel line fractures, fuel leakage can occur. If an ignition source is present, a fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the fuel injection lines that have aluminum nuts and replace with new lines containing steel attaching nuts.
Recall number 98V057000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with dual fuel pumps. The fuel supply line fitting can fracture if the aluminum nut atttaching the lines is tightened excessively. Hairline cracks on the fuel injector rail also exists.
- Risk
- This condition can result in leakage of fuel from the fractured line. If an ignition source was present, a fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the fuel fuel injection lines and two rails that us aluminum nuts and replace the lines and rails with steel nuts.
Recall number 97V163000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- The passenger side seat belt mechanism which is fitted with the child safety seat locking mechanism was fitted on the driver side and the driver's side seat belt mechanism without the locking mechanism fitted on the passenger side.
- Risk
- The seat belt mechanism (without the locking device) may not lock fast enough and could allow excessive movement of the child safety seat in the event of an accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the seat belt mechanisms to determine whether they have been installed on the proper side of the vehicle and, if necessary, dismount and remount the mechanisms on the correct side.
Recall number 96V207000 · Recall details
Steering: rack and pinion: rack
- What is wrong
- Defective left steering rack mounting supports were improperly heat treated resulting in the possible fracturing of the support.
- Risk
- If the steering rack fractures, loss of vehicle control can occur increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the left steering rack mounting support with a new support which has been properly heat treated.
Recall number 96V013000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Ferrari F355 13
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- 2019 Technical Documentation Update
- Updated Contents with reference to TI 2608
- Takata Airbag Client Info Request
- New functions in Service Entry
- ÂPro-Teamâ anti stone-chipping film
- New âErrors Foundâ field in ROL creation page
- Carbon Ceramic Brakes
- 2019 Technical Documentation Update 6
- Packing components for shipment for Parts Return from network
- Conclusion of engine oil sampling campaign
What 1995 Ferrari F355 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Airbag ecu failure in 1995 ferrari f355gts. Airbag ecu failed during a normal start cycle. Conversations with other f355 and other model ferrari owners confirm this is common failure. Suspicion is that the airbag ecu fails when system voltage drops during cranking. Airbag ecu should be robust to survive normal use and operation.
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Is the 1995 Ferrari F355 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1995 Ferrari F355, close to a typical F355 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Ferrari F355?
Airbags, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1995 Ferrari F355 have?
6 recalls, covering fuel system, other, fuel system, gasoline and seat belts.
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