Recalls for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa

DEFECT #1 - SEAT BELTS

Posted on: 1988-12-12
Description
Automatic passive restraint system may not operate due to a payout motor defect in the safety belt retractor assembly.

Consequence
Automatic operation of passive restraint system wouldbecome intermittent or completely inoperative.

Corrective Action
Replace seat belt assembly.

Notes
System: passive restraint.vehicle description: passenger cars.

DEFECT #2 - SEAT BELTS

Posted on: 2003-04-22
Description
On certain passenger vehicles, the passive restraint system may not function correctly.  Inconsistent electrical operation of the automatic track assembly has been experienced.  

Consequence
If the passive restraint system experiences an electrical or mechanical failure, the seat occupant would not be fully protected.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace all the main components of the passive seat belt system.  This includes the electronic control units, the retractor mechanism, and both the right and left motor driven track assemblies.  Owner notification began april 24, 2003.  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 1-201-816-2651.

Notes
Ferrari recall no.  37.  Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).