Safety Recall NHTSA · 97V163000 Reported September 22, 1997

Ferrari/fuel line fracture

Ferrari North America, Inc. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 269 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
97V163000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
269
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 22, 1997

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with dual fuel pumps. the fuel supply line fitting can fracture if the aluminum nut atttaching the lines is tightened excessively. hairline cracks on the fuel injector rail also exists.

Safety Consequence

This condition can result in leakage of fuel from the fractured line. if an ignition source was present, a fire could occur.

Corrective Action

Dealers will remove the fuel fuel injection lines and two rails that us aluminum nuts and replace the lines and rails with steel nuts.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ferrari North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 97V163000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 97V163000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 97V163000?

NHTSA recall 97V163000 was issued by Ferrari North America, Inc. on September 22, 1997. It addresses: Ferrari/fuel line fracture. The recall affects approximately 269 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ferrari North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 97V163000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.