Model year guide

2007 Ferrari F430

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2007 Ferrari F430 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2007 Ferrari F430 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2007 Ferrari F430 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints3
Combined13 mpg

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

2007 Ferrari F430 recalls 1

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine NHTSA Campaign #09V048000 · manufacturer #49 · 06/02/2009

FERRARI IS RECALLING 1,950 MY 2005-2007 F40 SPIDER VEHICLES. THE DEFECT INVOLVES THE HYDRAULIC HOSES FOR THE CONVERTIBLE TOP THAT ARE LOCATED INSIDE OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE HEAT FROM THE ENGINE MAY CAUSE HAIR-LINE CRACKS TO FORM IN THE HOSES WHICH MAY RESULT IN FLUID LEAKAGE FROM THE CONVERTIBLE TOP HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTIVE HEAT SHIELDS OVER THE CONVERTIBLE TOP HYDRAULIC LINES TO INSULATE THEM FROM THE HEAT OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FERRARI AT 201-816-2600.

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.

2007 Ferrari F430 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
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.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2007 Ferrari F430 MPG & running costs

Combined13 mpg
City11 mpg
Highway16 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$6,300
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd or Manual 6-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$19,500 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 2007 Ferrari F430 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$31,500
Fuel only$31,500
Per mile$0.42

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.

2007 Ferrari F430 trims & engines on record

Trims
Spider
Engines
4.3L 8-cyl

2007 Ferrari F430 vehicles on record

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Other Ferrari F430 model years

2008 2005

2007 Ferrari F430 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Ferrari F430 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2007 Ferrari F430. 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 2007 Ferrari F430?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2007 Ferrari F430 get?

The 2007 Ferrari F430 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 13 mpg combined (11 city / 16 highway).

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