2001 Ferrari 456M, Ferrari 550 Barchetta and others recall: parking brake
Ferrari North America reported this safety recall on July 2, 2001. It covers about 74 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 74
- reported
- Jul 2, 2001
- owners notified
- Jul 20, 2001
Parking brake
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The hand brake ratchet mechanism did not receive the proper hardness treatment of the ratchet teeth. As a result, the ratchet teeth could become damaged.
- Risk
- If the ratchet mechanism teeth become damaged, failure of the hand brake to operate as expected would result. If the problem existed and the vehicle's use was continued, it would be possible that the hand brake would not function and could result in damage to the vehicle or property.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the production code of the ratchet mechanism and, if necessary, replace the hand brake ratchet mechanism. Owner notification began july 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ferrari at 1‑201‑816‑2600.
Recall number 01V211000
Affected vehicles
- Ferrari 456M 2001 2001
- Ferrari 550 Barchetta 2001 2001
- Ferrari 550 Maranello 2001 2001
Questions about recall 01V211000
Is there a recall on the 2001 Ferrari 456M, Ferrari 550 Barchetta and others parking brake?
Yes. Recall 01V211000, reported on July 2, 2001, covers about 74 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 01V211000?
Dealers will inspect the production code of the ratchet mechanism and, if necessary, replace the hand brake ratchet mechanism. Owner notification began july 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ferrari at 1‑201‑816‑2600.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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