Ferrari these passenger frontal air bag modules have air bag inflators that may explode in the event of a crash due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
The short version
Ferrari North America, Inc. reported a problem with the passenger side inflator module. Here is what owners need to know.
These passenger frontal air bag modules have air bag inflators that may explode in the event of a crash due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
An inflator explosion may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly with one that uses an alternate inflator, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 18V-188.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2010–2011 | Ferrari 458 Italia |
| 2009–2011 | Ferrari California |
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