Ferrari 458 Italia recalled over fire risk
 

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After a recent spate of engine fires, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/make/ferrari/">Ferrari</a> has officially issued a recall of the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/tag/458+italia">458 Italia</a>.<br />
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According to the automaker, an adhesive used to attach a heat shield under the rear fender can ignite under high temperatures, leading to a larger fire in the engine bay. We've seen at least four cases on the internet of flaming 458s like <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/17/ferrari-458-italia-fans-the-flames-in-the-city-of-lights/">this one</a>, and while we can't say for certain, it would seem this adhesive is the likely cause.<br />
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Ferrari has designed a new heat shield that attaches with rivets, negating the need for the adhesive. Naturally, 458 owners are urged to call a dealer to schedule an appointment for the free fix.<br />
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