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1997 FERRARI F550 MARANELLO
Coupe
Rear wheel drive


CARFAX has collected the industry's leading used car safety and reliability ratings into one, convenient report. With this report, you'll know the safety and reliability of your next used car. All information presented in this report is specific to the 1997 FERRARI F550 MARANELLO. Please view the CARFAX Vehicle History Report for the detailed history of a specific used FERRARI.

 

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NHTSA Crash Test Results National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) did not test this vehicle model.

Frontal Crash: Rating:   NHTSA Five Star Legend
Driver Not tested by NHTSA
Passenger Not tested by NHTSA
Side Crash: Rating:
Front Seat Not tested by NHTSA
Rear Seat Not tested by NHTSA
Rollover Resistance: Rating:
Rollover Resistance Not tested by NHTSA

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides 3 different ratings - full-width frontal crash test , side impact crash test , and rollover resistance . The frontal crash test indicates how well the safety features and restraints will protect an occupant in a head-on collision. The side-impact test conveys the chance of a severe chest injury, while the rollover resistance rating estimates the risk of rolling over in a single vehicle crash.


IIHS Crash Test Results Highway Loss Data Institute
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IIHS Crash Test Results for the 1997 FERRARI F550 MARANELLO are not available in CARFAX Safety & Reliability Ratings.




Low-Speed Damage Repair Highway Loss Data Institute
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Front Crash Description: Front Crash Cost:
Front into flat barrier   Not tested by IIHS
Front into angle barrier   Not tested by IIHS
Rear Crash Description: Rear Crash Cost:
Rear into flat barrier   Not tested by IIHS
Rear into pole   Not tested by IIHS
Average Damage Per Test   Not tested by IIHS

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) conducts four 5 mph crash tests to assess bumper performance. These results convey how well this 1997 FERRARI F550 MARANELLO bumpers will protect the car body from damage in low-speed collisions. Low-speed damage repair costs are obtained from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Loss Data Institute.


Injury, Collision, & Theft Indicators Highway Loss Data Institute
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The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) does not provide injury, collision or theft information for this 1997 FERRARI F550 MARANELLO .

Index: Score: Rating:
Injury Index No data from HLDI No data from HLDI
Collision Index No data from HLDI No data from HLDI
Theft Index No data from HLDI No data from HLDI


These scores are stated in relative terms, with 100 being the average for all cars in each category. Scores greater than 100 represent higher risk in each category. For example, an injury indicator score of 122 means that a passenger in this model is 22% more likely to be injured in an accident. Injury, collision, and theft indicators are provided by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Loss Data Institute.



Safety Recalls
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NHTSA Safety Recalls:
Important: The following recalls were issued for the 1997 FERRARI F550 MARANELLO by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA). To find out if a specific 1997 FERRARI F550 MARANELLO still has open recalls that require repair, CARFAX recommends contacting an authorized dealership for more information.

Recall date: 09-24-2001
Units potentially affected: 468
NHTSA campaign number: 01V297000
Defective part or component: WHEELS
Description: Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles. The wheel bolt inserts fitted in the magnesium wheel can show signs of cracking. If the wheel bolt inserts begin to crack, a reduction of the torque applied to the wheel would result. Vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace all four magnesium wheels with wheels made of aluminum, which are not fitted with inserts. All the wheel bolts will also be replaced because the aluminum wheels require a different type of bolt. Owner notification began October 1, 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 1-201-816-2651.
Recall date: 02-02-1998
Units potentially affected: 48
NHTSA campaign number: 98V026000
Defective part or component: WHEELS:LUGS:NUTS:BOLTS
Description: Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles equipped with wheel bolts, part number 146989. The wheel bolts were not properly tightened. This condition was cause wheel rim vibration increasing the risk of loss of vehicle control. Dealers will replace the wheel bolts with new wheel bolts that have been permanently treated with an anti-seizing material.
Recall date: 10-23-1998
Units potentially affected: 275
NHTSA campaign number: 98V268000
Defective part or component: FUEL:FUEL LINES:HOSES:NON-METALLIC
Description: Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles. The fuel supply and return lines can leak where the ferrule of the union meets the flexible pipe allowing fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in fire. Dealers will replace the fuel supply and return lines with new updated lines.
Recall date: Not reported
Units potentially affected: 118
NHTSA campaign number: 99V166000
Defective part or component: STEERING:POWER ASSIST
Description: Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles. The steering may become stiff due to overheating of the power steering fluid causing damage to the hydraulic seals in the steering box and steering pump. This condition could cause decreased steering ability during parking procedures. Dealers will replace the power steering cooling coil, oil tank, oil lines, pump, and box.


This 1997 FERRARI F550 MARANELLO safety recall information was provided by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Data Loss Institute and is derived from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration list of safety recalls. Please call the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) to report safety defects or to obtain information on cars, trucks, child seats, and highway or traffic safety. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit the information and statements provided by the National Highway Traffic and Saftey Administration, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.



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J.D. Power Ratings
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J.D. Power and Associates did not rate this 1997 FERRARI F550 MARANELLO .


Ownership: Rating:
Initial Ratings (up to 1 year)  
Overall Quality No data from source
  Mechanical Quality No data from source
  Feature and Accessory Quality No data from source
  Body and Interior Quality No data from source
Overall Appeal No data from source
  Performance No data from source
  Comfort No data from source
  Feature and Instrument Panel No data from source
  Style No data from source
Midterm Ratings (1-3 Years)  
  Mechanical Reliability No data from source
  Feature and Accessory Reliability No data from source
  Body and Interior Reliability No data from source
Long Term Ratings (3-5 Years)  
Overall Dependability No data from source
  Mechanical Dependability No data from source
  Feature and Accessory Dependability No data from source
  Body and Interior Dependability No data from source

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Identifix Reliability Ratings
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Category: Comments: Rating:
Engine No data from source
Transmission & Driveline No data from source
Steering & Suspension No data from source
Brakes No data from source
Heating & Air Conditioning No data from source
Starting & Charging No data from source
Accessories No data from source
Identifix Legend


This 1997 FERRARI F550 reliability information was provided by Identifix. Identifix is the nation's largest technical support service for the aftermarket auto repair industry. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit the information and statements provided by Identifix, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.



Original Manufacturer Warranty
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Coverage: Years/Mileage:
Basic 2 years with Unlimited mileage  
Drivetrain 2 years with Unlimited mileage  
Emissions 2 years or 24,000 miles  
Corrosion 2 years with Unlimited mileage  
Transferable Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered.  
Roadside Assistance No data from source  
Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint No data from source  
Specific Components 8 years or 80,000 miles  
Notes: Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered.  

This 1997 FERRARI F550 MARANELLO warranty information has been provided by J&L Warranty Pros.


Awards
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