Ferrari 458 problems

Common Ferrari 458 problems

The Ferrari 458, produced from 2010 to 2018, is known for its reliability, but like any car, it can have issues. Here are some common problems found in the Ferrari 458:

• Galvanic Corrosion Around Wheel Arches: Look for any bubbling around wheel arches, as galvanic corrosion can happen on some 458s. This can be costly to refinish.

• Dashboard Leather Tearing: It is a known issue that the leather on Ferrari dashboards may tear over time. The appearance of wrinkles can serve as an early indication of this potential problem.

• Instrument Panel Power Supplies and Motherboard Issues: Ferrari’s fix for this issue is to install a brand-new instrument panel, which costs $12,000. However, a more affordable option is to rebuild the original panel or supply a re-made board for around $2,000 through F.A.I., in Costa Mesa, California.

• Getrag Dual-Clutch Gearboxes: The Getrag dual-clutch gearboxes found in very early 458s suffered from ring and pinion wear issues. Almost every car will have been fixed to resolve those problems through two factory updates. However, most transmission issues today are caused by electronics, with the most common problems being a faulty pressure sensor or a faulty speedometer sensor.

• Clutch Issues: Almost all clutch issues relate to various electronics. The most common fixes involve resetting the clutch-positioning sensors and updating the TCU software, which generally fall in the $1,000 range.

• Tire Wear: Like all supercars, the 458 has a healthy appetite for tires. Expect to replace them every 10,000 miles or so, with the rear rubber wearing faster than the front. The low-profile tires do little to protect the aluminum front wheels from potholes, so it’s not uncommon to dent or bend them.

• Carbon-Ceramic Brake Discs: Replacing carbon-ceramic brake discs is painfully expensive, at around $25,000 for all four (including new pads).

• Sticky Switches: If the coating on some interior plastic pieces becomes gooey and starts to rub off on hands, clothing, etc., companies such as Sticky No More will be happy to refinish those pieces with a more durable coating.

• Leather Dashboard Shrinkage: The leather that covers the dashboard will eventually shrink if a 458 is regularly left in the sun, exposing the underlying foam and metal.

These common problems do not necessarily mean that the Ferrari 458 is a poor choice for a supercar. However, potential buyers should be aware of these issues and consider the costs associated with them when making their purchase decision.

Is A Ferrari 458 a good buy?

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What is the problem with the 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia?

The 458 is basically a strong car but there are issues to look out for. There have been numerous reports of transmission failures for 2010-2011 model year Ferrari 458 Italias and for the same period, Ferrari issued a recall for a faulty crankshaft that can cause sudden engine seizure, possibly resulting in a crash.

How much does it cost to service a Ferrari 458?

Annual Service Costs

Is Ferrari 458 a daily driver?

BANNED. 458 is as comfortable to drive daily as any other car bar a Mercedes S or Bentley..... very easy on your back and legs unless you plan to be very spirited for longer periods, where the ride will eventually get you.