This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Ferrari 488 Gtb.
18 mpg combined
13.1 L/100km
Two Seaters
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The 2017 Ferrari 488 GTB has 3 recalls, the most serious being a Takata passenger-side airbag inflator that can explode and send metal fragments into the cabin, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
The braking system can develop a hydraulic fluid leak that reduces or eliminates stopping power, raising the risk of a crash. There is also a concern with the airbag control module, which can malfunction and cause airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to either fail to deploy or deploy incorrectly in a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake fluid reservoir cap may leak, causing brake fluid loss and reduced or failed braking ability.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap and update the vehicle's software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The air bag control unit may malfunction, preventing air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying or deploying improperly during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the air bag control unit at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may explode during deployment after prolonged exposure to humidity and temperature changes, due to propellant degradation.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag assembly at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
