This page covers 4 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider.
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 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider has 4 recalls, the most serious being a brake fluid leak that can cause a partial or complete loss of braking ability, and a Takata passenger-side airbag inflator that can explode and send metal fragments into the cabin.
On the fuel side, a fuel vapor separator can crack and allow raw fuel to escape, creating a fire risk if that fuel reaches an ignition source. The airbag system has a second concern beyond the inflator: the airbag control module can malfunction and cause the airbags or seatbelt pretensioners to either fail to deploy or deploy incorrectly in a crash, leaving occupants without the restraint protection the system is designed to provide.
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.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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 fuel vapor separator can crack, potentially allowing fuel to leak from the fuel system.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel vapor separator 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.
