Ferrari recalls 458 Italia sports cars after four catch fire

FERRARI has recalled all versions of its model 458 Italia sports car produced before July this year, after four of them caught fire.

One of the 2010 Ferrari 458 Italias, which have been recalled by the Italian carmaker.

FERRARI has recalled all versions of its model 458 Italia sports car produced before July this year, after four of them caught fire.

“Our dealers are going to call clients and tell them to bring back their cars so that the necessary modifications can be carried out,” a spokesman for the Italian carmaker said.

The recall involves 1248 vehicles worldwide, the official said.

Ferrari last week opened an inquiry after four of its vehicles caught fire spontaneously in California, China, France and Switzerland.

The investigation had shown problems with the mounting, adhesive, heat shields and wheel arch assembly, the spokesman said.

“High outside temperatures and intensive use of the vehicle cause a distortion and the vehicle catches fire,” he said, adding that the modification will include replacing the heat shields.