- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles, the passive restraint system may not function correctly. Inconsistent electrical operation of the automatic track assembly has been experienced.
- The risk
- If the passive restraint system experiences an electrical or mechanical failure, the seat occupant would not be fully protected.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace all the main components of the passive seat belt system. This includes the electronic control units, the retractor mechanism, and both the right and left motor driven track assemblies. Owner notification began april 24, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ferrari at 1-201-816-2651.
Vehicle safety record
1990 Ferrari Testarossa Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1990 Ferrari Testarossa with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (2). Those complaints describe 1 injury. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in April 2003 for the seat belts. For comparison, the 1989 has 0 and the 1991 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Testarossa year, for its age
#190 most complained-about 1990 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1990 Ferrari Testarossa problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1990 Ferrari Testarossa recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- The upper steering column locknut was manufactured with inferior materials and inferior self-locking properties.
- The risk
- The locknut can loosen, causing excessive play in thesteering system and impaired handling. This could result in loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.
- The fix
- REPLACE LOCKNUT WITH AN IMPROVED LOCKNUT.
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The passive seat belt on passenger side broke down came apart on it's own, like dangling snake just hanging loosely. This was first fixed by ferrari recall on jun 9, 2003. It failed again. Ferrari refuses to warranty/pay for this. This happened when car was stationary at the ferrari dealer/shop in las vegas nv
The seat belt assembly was inoperative. At times it became extremely tight and did not release at other times it did not fully engage. Both situations were extremely dangerous. *Tt *jb
Ferrari Testarossa: every year compared
All Testarossa years1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2 | 2 | C | |
| 1990 Ferrari Ferrari | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
Does the 1990 Ferrari Testarossa have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1990 Ferrari Testarossa: seat belts (April 2003); steering wheel / handle bar (May 1992). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Ferrari Testarossa?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (2).
How many complaints has the 1990 Ferrari Testarossa had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 10, 2003 and the latest on May 27, 2019. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1990 Ferrari Testarossa a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 46 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Ferrari Testarossa year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Ferrari Testarossa years have the most complaints?
1987 (2), 1988 (2), 1990 (2). See every Ferrari Testarossa year compared.
What should I do if my 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data