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1997 Ferrari F355 problems

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Owner complaints
0
Recalls
4
Service bulletins
13

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Recalls 4

Fuel system, other: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported November 19, 2009 · 2,356 vehicles affected
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 fittingsReported March 16, 1998 · 760 vehicles affected
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 fittingsReported March 16, 1998 · 649 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The fuel injection line can wear due to interference with the water hose clamp on the coolant pipe.
Risk
If the fuel line fractures, fuel leakage can occur. If an ignition source is present, a fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and rotate the incorrectly fitted water hose clamps.

Recall number 98V058000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipReported February 3, 1997 · 346 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The electric motor which drives the anti-lock brake system (ABS) hydraulic pump does not function after a period of operation.
Risk
Loss of brake boost will result increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the ABS hydraulic pump electric motor.

Recall number 97V013000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Ferrari F355 13

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4 recalls, covering fuel system, other, fuel system, gasoline and service brakes, hydraulic.

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