Ferrari Vietnam recalls cars over faulty airbags
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Ferrari Vietnam is recalling 24 cars for airbag faults that can cause severe damage in the event of a crash.
The recall covers five models: 458 Speciale, 488 GTB, 488 Spider, California T, and F12 Berlinetta. The recalled cars were produced between March 2014 and July 2017, according to a statement submitted by the automaker to the Vietnam Register.
The front passenger airbags in these vehicles are produced by Japanese auto parts producer Takata Corporation. It has been found that humidity can penetrate and damage them. In some crashes, activation of the airbag can break the inflator inside into pieces and push them through the inflated airbag, causing serious damage to users
Customers can bring their vehicles for a free replacement of the faulty parts at Ferrari’s only showroom and service center in HCMC. The replacement should take one to three hours. The recall will run in one year from May 7, 2021.
Ferrari opened its first showroom in HCMC’s District 7 in 2019 to sell old cars and provide maintenance service. Recently, it started to sell new Ferraris in Vietnam, but is yet to make a sale.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific component of the airbag system is causing the fault?
Which specific component of the airbag system is causing the fault?
The front passenger airbags are faulty because humidity can get into them and cause damage. This can lead to the inflator breaking into pieces and being pushed through the airbag during a crash.
Q.Where can owners take their vehicles for the necessary repairs?
Where can owners take their vehicles for the necessary repairs?
Owners can take their affected vehicles to Ferrari’s only showroom and service centre, which is located in HCMC. The replacement of the faulty parts will be carried out free of charge.
Q.How long will the recall process be active for owners to get their cars fixed?
How long will the recall process be active for owners to get their cars fixed?
The recall will be active for a period of one year. It began on May 7, 2021, meaning owners have until May 2022 to bring their vehicles in for the replacement.
Q.What is the expected timeframe for completing the airbag replacement procedure?
What is the expected timeframe for completing the airbag replacement procedure?
The replacement of the faulty airbag parts is expected to take between one and three hours per vehicle. This estimate is for the actual repair work at the service centre.