Model year guide

2017 Ferrari 488 gtb

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Ferrari 488 gtb is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2017 Ferrari 488 gtb — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Ferrari 488 gtb at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints4
Combined18 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Ferrari 488 gtb recalls 3

Service Brakes, Hydraulic NHTSA Campaign #21V833000 · manufacturer #78 · 23/10/2021

Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2010-2015 458 Italia, 2012-2015 458 Spider, 2014-2015 458 Speciale, 2015 458 Speciale Aperta, 2016-2019 488 GTB, and 488 Spider vehicles. The brake system may leak brake fluid, resulting in a loss of braking ability.

Fix: Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap and update the software, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 78.

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #19V411000 · manufacturer #70 · 04/06/2019

Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2018 488 Spider, 488 Pista, 2015 458 Speciale A, 2016-2018 488 GTB, 2015-2017 F12 Berlinetta, 2016 F12 tdf, and 2016-2018 Carlifornia T vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly causing the non-deployment or improper deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.

Fix: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag ECU, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 70.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #19V006000 · manufacturer #65 · 09/01/2019

Ferrari North America (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2014 Ferrari California, 2014-2015 Ferrari 458 Italia, 458 Spider, 2014-2016 Ferrari FF, 2014-2017 Ferrari F12, 2015-2018 Ferrari California T, 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale A, 2016 Ferrari F60 America, 2016-2017 Ferrari F12 tdf, 2016-2018 Ferrari 488 GTB, 488 Spider, 2017-2018 Ferrari GTC4Lusso and 2018 GTC4Lusso T vehicles nationwide. These vehicles are equipped wit…

Fix: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall is 65.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Ferrari 488 gtb common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2017 Ferrari 488 gtb MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic (AM7)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopOn some versions
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Ferrari 488 gtb costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,750
Fuel only$22,750
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Ferrari 488 gtb trims & engines on record

Engines
3.9L 8-cyl 660 hp

2017 Ferrari 488 gtb vehicles on record

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2017 Ferrari 488 gtb — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Ferrari 488 gtb have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 Ferrari 488 gtb. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ferrari 488 gtb?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, visibility/wiper, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Ferrari 488 gtb get?

The 2017 Ferrari 488 gtb has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (16 city / 22 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.