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2011 Ferrari 458 Italia

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia

Recall·20V007000

Air bags: frontal

Ferrari North America, Inc.

Recall·21V833000

Service brakes

Ferrari North America, Inc.

Recall·18V188000

Air bags: inflator module

Ferrari North America, Inc.

1 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 1 owners reported

Air bags1

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2011 Ferrari 458 Italia at a glance

Engine
4.5L 8-Cylinder
Transmission
DCT 7-spd
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Coupe
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia with NHTSA, most often about the air bags. There are 4 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 4 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.