Recalls for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR

Posted on: 1992-05-29
Description
The upper steering column locknut was manufactured with inferior materials and inferior self-locking properties.

Consequence
The locknut can loosen, causing excessive play in thesteering system and impaired handling.  This could result in loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.

Corrective Action
Replace locknut with an improved locknut.

Notes
System: steering.vehicle description: passenger cars with vin lower than 87898.

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).