12CILINDRI SPIDER

Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider — Recalls, Reliability, Specs & VIN Decoder

Everything on the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider — 0 recalls, common problems, the best & worst years, full specs, MPG and NHTSA safety, by model year.

Data · NHTSA & EPA · 1995–2026 · 32 model years · Updated Jul 8, 2026 · Not yet rated
Quick answer

The Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider spans 1995–2026 with 0 recorded NHTSA recalls. It delivers up to 11 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.

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1995–2026
Years
0
Recalls
11
Top MPG
—★
NHTSA
0
Complaints
Not yet rated
ForCar Reliability Score
Too new — not enough data yet

We're still compiling NHTSA safety, recall and owner-complaint data for the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider — its ForCar Reliability Score will appear once that data is in.

Overview

The Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 1995 to 2026 across multiple generations.

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How to read a Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider VIN — every digit explained

Every Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.

FIG.02
1–3 · WMI1HG
4–8 · VDSCM826
9 · Check5
10 · YearR
11 · PlantA
12–17 · Serial004352
  • WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Ferrari and the country it was built in.
  • VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
  • Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
  • Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
  • Plant (11) — which factory assembled this 12Cilindri Spider.
  • Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
17 CHARS·SOURCE SAE / ISO 3779

Model-year code (10th digit)

The 10th character is the model year. It cycles through letters and numbers, skipping I, O, Q, U, Z and 0 to avoid confusion:

H2017 J2018 K2019 L2020 M2021 N2022 P2023 R2024 S2025 T2026

Where to find your 12Cilindri Spider VIN

  • Dashboard — driver's side, visible through the windshield from outside.
  • Driver's door jamb — on the manufacturer sticker when you open the door.
  • Paperwork — vehicle registration, title and insurance card.
  • Engine bay & frame — stamped on the firewall or chassis on many models.

How many recalls does the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider have?

The Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider has 0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1995–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.

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Best and worst years for the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider — best- and worst-year trends will appear here once that data is in.

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What are the most common Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider problems?

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint data for the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider — the most-reported problems will appear here once that data is in.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.

Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider specifications & dimensions

The 2026 Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN.

Specs cache warming…

Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.

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Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider cargo space, seating & interior room

How much the 12Cilindri Spider holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.

Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim.

Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider tire size, oil type & owner specs

The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.

Wheels & tires
Wheel sizeby VIN
Tire sizeby VIN
Bolt patternby trim
Tire pressure32–36 PSI
Engine oil
Oil typeFull synthetic
Gradeon oil cap
Capacityby engine
Battery
Main battery12V · group by trim
Key-fob cellCR2032
Wiper blades
Front bladesby generation
Rear bladeif equipped
Fuses
Fuse boxeshood + dash
Diagramon box lid
Light bulbs
Headlightby trim
Tail / brakeby trim
Fogif equipped

Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.

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What MPG does the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider get?

The Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider returns up to 11 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine. Pick an engine to see its city / highway / combined rating by year:

FIG.04a
YearCityHighwayCombinedEngine
2002 12Cilindri Spider1015113.6L 8-cyl
ROWS 1·SOURCE EPA fueleconomy.gov

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov — best combined rating per engine & year. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.

What engines does the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider have? Power & range

The Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider is offered with 1 powertrain — 3.6L 8-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.

FIG.05
EngineDisplacementTransmissionDriveFuel
V83.6L · 8-cylAutomatic (S6)RWDPremium
ROWS 1·SOURCE EPA + NHTSA vPIC

Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

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How much does a Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider cost to own?

A Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.

80%
Value @ 1 yr
61%
Value @ 3 yrs
46%
Value @ 5 yrs
$35,000
Est. 5-yr fuel
FIG.06
$
AgeValue retainedEst. resale valueLost to depreciation
Year 180%$24,000−$6,000
Year 270%$21,000−$9,000
Year 361%$18,300−$11,700
Year 453%$15,900−$14,100
Year 546%$13,800−$16,200
ROWS 5·SOURCE ForCar estimate

What goes into the five-year cost to own:

  • Depreciation — the biggest cost: this 12Cilindri Spider loses about 54% of its value over five years.
  • Fuel — ≈ $35,000 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
  • Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the 12Cilindri Spider ages.
  • Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.

Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.

Is the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider safe?

NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the 12Cilindri Spider yet.

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How many miles does a Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider last?

A well-maintained Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain.

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All Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider model years

A year-by-year snapshot of the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.

FIG.09
YearRecallsBest MPGSafety
2026 12Cilindri Spider0
2025 12Cilindri Spider0
2024 12Cilindri Spider0
2023 12Cilindri Spider0
2022 12Cilindri Spider0
2021 12Cilindri Spider0
2020 12Cilindri Spider0
2019 12Cilindri Spider0
2018 12Cilindri Spider0
2017 12Cilindri Spider0
2016 12Cilindri Spider0
2015 12Cilindri Spider0
2014 12Cilindri Spider0
2013 12Cilindri Spider0
2012 12Cilindri Spider0
2011 12Cilindri Spider0
2010 12Cilindri Spider0
2009 12Cilindri Spider0
2008 12Cilindri Spider0
2007 12Cilindri Spider0
2006 12Cilindri Spider0
2005 12Cilindri Spider0
2004 12Cilindri Spider0
2003 12Cilindri Spider0
2002 12Cilindri Spider011 mpg
2001 12Cilindri Spider0
2000 12Cilindri Spider0
1999 12Cilindri Spider0
1998 12Cilindri Spider0
1997 12Cilindri Spider0
1996 12Cilindri Spider0
1995 12Cilindri Spider0
ROWS 32·SOURCE NHTSA + EPA

Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).

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Frequently asked questions

What are the worst years for the 12Cilindri Spider?

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider.

How many recalls does the 12Cilindri Spider have?

0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1995–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.

What MPG does the 12Cilindri Spider get?

Up to 11 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.

How many miles does a 12Cilindri Spider last?

A well-maintained 12Cilindri Spider typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.

Is the 12Cilindri Spider reliable?

We're still compiling NHTSA data for the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider — its ForCar Reliability Score will appear once that data is in.

What's the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider warranty?

New Ferrari models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Ferrari dealer.

Where is the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider made?

The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your 12Cilindri Spider's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Ferrari may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.

How much ground clearance does the 12Cilindri Spider have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.

Data sourced from NHTSA (recalls, complaints, safety ratings) and EPA fueleconomy.gov (MPG). Best/worst-year analysis is ForCar's own aggregation of complaint volume. Last updated Jul 2026. — ForCar Editorial Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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