2001 Ferrari 550: common problems and reliability
1 owner complaint on record.
Most complaints are about fuel/propulsion system. 2 recalls.
Should I buy a 2001 550?The 2001 Ferrari 550 has 1 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are fuel/propulsion system.
Safety record for the 2001 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2001 Ferrari 550 vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2001 550
parking brake
Campaign 01V211000VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE HAND BRAKE RATCHET MECHANISM DID NOT RECEIVE THE PROPER HARDNESS TREATMENT OF THE RATCHET TEETH. AS A RESULT, THE RATCHET TEETH COULD BECOME DAMAGED.
power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Campaign 03V175000ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE TRANSMISSION OIL LINES TO THE OIL COOLER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED PROPERLY. THE LINES COULD BECOME DISCONNECTED FROM THE METAL FITTING AND LEAK OIL. IF THE LINES LEAK OIL, INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION TO THE TRANSMISSION COULD RESULT. IF THIS CONDITION WAS TO EXIST, THE VEHICLE'
What owners say across generations
Owner sentiment is highly positive, characterized by deep appreciation for its classic front-engined V12 GT character, timeless design, and analog driving experience.
Owner insights cover all generations of the 550. See the full 550 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used 550 listings typically run $330,313–$650,411 across 1997 to 2001 model years.
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