NHTSA opens probe into 2010–2015 Ferrari 458 and 4 other models: Fuel Loss from Filler Neck
On May 17, 2021, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE21012) into 2010–2015 Ferrari 458 and 4 other models, concerning the fuel system, gasoline. A Preliminary Evaluation is the first formal stage of an NHTSA defect investigation: ODI gathers information from the manufacturer and from owner reports to decide whether to close the case or take it further. As of NHTSA’s latest data it is still open.
- Action
- PE21012 (Preliminary Evaluation)
- Status
- Open
- Component
- Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage: Tank Assembly: Filler Pipe and Cap
- Listed
- 21 make/model/year entries in NHTSA’s file
Vehicles under investigation
| Make | Ferrari |
|---|---|
| Models | 458, 458 Italia, 458 Speciale, 458 Speciale A, 458 Spider |
| Model years | 2010–2015 |
As listed in NHTSA’s investigation file. Not every vehicle of a listed model is necessarily affected.
What ODI says
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received two complaints and verified a third allegation in a public forum alleging fuel loss from the subject vehicle originating from the fuel fill location while in motion. The Model Year (MY) 2010 ? 2015 Ferrari 458 (subject vehicle) has two built-in systems that are designed to prevent fuel loss: the capless fuel filler and the anti-spit back valve. Damage to the capless fuel filler was noted in all three incidents. Failure of the capless fuel fill neck and/or the anti-spit back valve to seal the fuel system may allow fuel loss from the vehicle during left-turn maneuvers. Fuel loss amounts may vary based on the lateral load exerted during these maneuvers and the level of fuel in the system.ODI is opening this preliminary investigation to characterize the scope, severity, and circumstances of the reported conditions and to fully assess their safety impact. The ODI reports cited above can be reviewed at: http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID using the following complaint identification numbers: 11383083, 11400409
Official summary by NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation for PE21012, quoted in full (U.S. government work, public domain).
What owners have reported
Owners filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the model years in this investigation, reporting 1 fires, 1 injuries. These are all complaints on file for those vehicles, about any problem, not only this one; complaints are unverified owner reports.
| Vehicle | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 458 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 458 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 458 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 458 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 458 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 458 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 458 Italia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 458 Italia | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 458 Italia | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 458 Italia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 458 Italia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 458 Italia | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 458 Speciale | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 458 Speciale | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 458 Speciale | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 458 Speciale A | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 458 Speciale A | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 458 Spider | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 458 Spider | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 458 Spider | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 458 Spider | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls and problems for these vehicles
Timeline
- ODI opens preliminary evaluation PE21012
- OpenNo closing date yet
What this means for owners
- An investigation is not a recall. NHTSA has not made a defect finding here, and owners are not asked to do anything yet. If a safety defect is confirmed, the manufacturer recalls the vehicles and the repair is free.
- Check your vehicle for open recalls with a free VIN recall check.
- Had this problem? File a complaint with NHTSA. Owner complaints are the evidence ODI uses to open and expand investigations.
Official record: search PE21012 or your vehicle at NHTSA.gov/recalls, which lists investigations alongside recalls. Data: NHTSA ODI investigations file, updated daily. All NHTSA investigations.