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Ferrari 550 Maranello problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every 550 Maranello from 1997 to 2001: 1 owner complaints and 5 recalls across 4 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2001 (1). Best fuel economy: 10 mpg combined (1999).

Ferrari 550 Maranello
Photo: Charles from Port Chester, New York · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Fuel & propulsion1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199710–
199810–
19991010
2001219

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Ferrari 550 Maranello?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2001 (1).

How many recalls has the Ferrari 550 Maranello had?

Across 1997–2001, NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).