Recalls: Ferrari 360
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Ferrari 360
No recall information is available for the Ferrari 360. To search for recalls of Ferrari models, please visit Product Safety Recalls Australia: Ferrari.
Problems and faults: Ferrari 360
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
To report a problem or fault to the AustralianCar.Reviews team, please use the Contact Us form. Note that AustralianCar.Reviews does not offer advice on automotive problems or disputes; such enquiries will not receive a reply. For vehicles purchased from dealers after 1 January 2011, please see our Australian Consumer Law fact sheet.
V8 engine
Rattling noises from the Ferrari 360’s engine on start up may be due to the tappets, though this should quieten as the engine oil warms. The butterfly valves may also be a source of rattles.
Unlike the F355, changing the cambelt for the Ferrari 360 does not require the engine to be removed. The cambelt should be replaced every four years.
Oil leaks may occur from the camshaft covers and crankshaft oil seal – since the engine tray catches most of the oil, such leaks may not appear as puddles under the vehicle.
Transmissions
For Ferrari 360 vehicles with manual transmissions, the gear change from third to second can become notchy due to a worn linkage. Furthermore, the single-plate clutch has a lifespan of around 50,000 kilometres.
For the semi-automatic ‘F1’ transmission, a common modification for Ferrari 360 vehicles is to install the software from the 360 Challenge Stradale since it provides faster gear changes.
Suspension
Knocking or clunking noise from the Ferrari 360’s suspension are likely to be due to worn ball joints – some owners regard these as a service item since they require replacement every 15,000 to 20,000 kilometres. Aftermarket ball joints made from stainless steel are available in international markets.
Battery
It is not recommended that the Ferrari 360 be jump started since this can damage the engine’s electronics. Owners should therefore use a battery charger to maintain charge.
