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Ferrari 360 reliability

The Ferrari 360 fails its MOT less often than most cars over 10 years old: 6.2% of 1,036 tests failed in 2023, against 39.7% on average.

Over 10 years old
6.2% failed their MOT
Better than most
From 1,036 MOT tests of Ferrari 360s this age.
Safety recalls

6 DVSA recalls for the Ferrari 360

Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.

R/2006/08417 Apr 2006Fuel vapour may leak

It has been identified that there is the possibility of a defect within the roll-over fuel shut off valves. The affected component may fracture allowing fuel vapour to be released.

Fix: To address the concern Ferrari will replace the affected valves with a modified type.

Recalled models: 360 · 51 vehicles

R/2004/16616 Sept 2004Built 2000–2002Possibility that the roll-over fuel shut off float valves may fracture

A defect has been found within the roll-over fuel shut off valves located in the fuel tanks. This creates the possibility that the affected component may fracture allowing fuel vapour to be released with the potential for a fire.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the roll-over valves replaced with a modified type.

Recalled models: 360 · 273 vehicles

R/2004/12112 Jul 2004Built 2002Hydraulic steering delivery pipe could cause slight leak

The hydraulic steering delivery pipe from the pump to the rack may be defective and in consequence may develop a slight leak. This in turn could lead to a gradual reduction in the steering assistance available.

Fix: Likely to be affected vehicle swill be recalled at which time the subject pipe will be changed.

Recalled models: 360 · 227 vehicles

R/2001/09823 Jul 2001Engine oil filter may leak

Incorrect tightening of the engine oil filter coupled with a less compliant O ring design could result in a serious oil leak and subsequent fire risk.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a new type oil filter - Part No. 191993

Recalled models: 360 · 1,986 vehicles

R/2000/02528 Feb 2000Built 1999–2000Possibility that vehice may become unstable when braking under extreme conditions

The anti-lock braking system electronic control under certain heavy braking conditions may fail resulting in the braking action being biased to the rear wheels which may cause instability.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace software in anti-lock braking system electronic control unit.

Recalled models: 360 · 125 vehicles

R/2000/01810 Feb 2000Built 1999The air bag electrical control unit fixation screws may be of insufficient length

The screws retaining the Air Bag ECU may be of insufficient length to ensure long term reliability.

Fix: Replace the fixing screws with ones of longer length.

Recalled models: 360 · 115 vehicles

DVSA vehicle safety recalls (Crown copyright, Open Government Licence).

Checking a Ferrari 360 before you buy

Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.

Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2023 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Failure rates compare this model with all cars in the same age band. Fix prices are typical independent-garage estimates.
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