NHTSA Recall 01V211000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V211000; Date: Jul. 2, 2001
If the ratchet mechanism teeth become damaged, failure of the hand brake to operate as expected would result. If the problem existed and the vehicle's use was continued, it would be possible that the hand brake would not function and could result in damage to the vehicle or property.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Ferrari 456M; 2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta; 2001 Ferrari 550 Maranello
Component: Parking Brake
Manufactured by: Ferrari North America
Affected Units:: 74
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The hand brake ratchet mechanism did not receive the proper hardness treatment of the ratchet teeth. As a result, the ratchet teeth could become damaged.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the production code of the ratchet mechanism and, if necessary, replace the hand brake ratchet mechanism. Owner notification began July 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ferrari at 1-201-816-2600.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 20, 2001
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