The most-reported F355 run is ZFFXR48AXT0 (1996 builds) with 1 complaints, 1× the typical run. Fuel system problems make up 43% of reports; NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for F355 model years 1996–1999.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Ferrari F355 has 4 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 100% of every F355 complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZFFXR48AXT0•••••• | 1996 | — | — | |
| 2FPXR484270•••••• | 1996 | 1 | 1 | |
| ZFFXR42A0W0•••••• | 1998 | — | — | |
| ZFFXR48A1W0•••••• | 1998 | — | — |
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 43% of everything Ferrari F355 owners report: Fuel System, 3 of 4 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 1 | 1 | |
| Gasoline | 1 | 1 | |
| Steering | — | — | |
| Other | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 7 recall campaigns on the Ferrari F355; the 6 below cover build years 1996 to 1999. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 09V447000 | Fuel System, Other:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1996–1999 |
| 00V064000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1999 |
| 98V132000 | Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar | 1998 |
| 98V223000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly | 1998 |
| 98V058000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1998 |
| 97V013000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip | 1996 |
09V447000 was opened in 2009 on cars built from 1996: 13 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
Of the 4 reports on the Ferrari F355, 25% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Ferrari F355 | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 4 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 1 (25%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (25%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 331% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Ferrari F355 share of that is 4 complaints over 4 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Ferrari F355 VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 4 NHTSA complaints from 4 F355 runs and 7 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which F355 production run has the most complaints?
ZFFXR48AXT0, a 1996 build, with 1 complaints. The typical F355 run has 1.
How many F355 complaints involve a crash?
25% of 4 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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