2020 Ferrari F8 Tributo
2020 Ferrari F8 Tributo
The 2020 Ferrari F8 Tributo is a mid-engine sports car that was unveiled at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. It is the successor to the 488 GTB and is powered by a revised version of the 3.9-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine found in its predecessor. The engine produces 710 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. The F8 Tributo also features a revised suspension and a new aerodynamic package.
Despite its performance and popularity, the 2020 Ferrari F8 Tributo has been plagued by several issues.
Engine
- 3.9-liter twin-turbocharged V8
- Timing Chain Failure
- Description/Symptoms: The timing chain may fail, causing the engine to lose power and stall.
- Solution: The timing chain must be replaced.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $5,000 - $10,000+
- Recalls: NHTSA Recall Number: 23V555
- Fuel Pump Failure
- Description/Symptoms: The fuel pump may fail, causing the engine to lose power and stall.
- Solution: The fuel pump must be replaced.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Timing Chain Failure
Transmission
- 7-speed dual-clutch transmission
- Clutch Failure
- Description/Symptoms: The clutch may fail, causing the transmission to slip or engage abruptly.
- Solution: The clutch must be replaced.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $3,000 - $5,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Transmission Control Module Failure
- Description/Symptoms: The transmission control module may fail, causing the transmission to shift erratically or not shift at all.
- Solution: The transmission control module must be replaced.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Clutch Failure
Suspension
- Front Suspension
- No Issues Found
- Rear Suspension
- Shock Absorber Failure
- Description/Symptoms: The rear shock absorbers may fail, causing the ride to become rough and unstable.
- Solution: The rear shock absorbers must be replaced.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Shock Absorber Failure
Electrical
- Battery Drain
- Description/Symptoms: The battery may drain prematurely, causing the vehicle to not start or lose electrical power.
- Solution: The source of the drain must be diagnosed and repaired.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Electrical System Malfunction
- Description/Symptoms: The electrical system may malfunction, causing various electrical components to fail intermittently or completely.
- Solution: The faulty electrical component(s) must be diagnosed and repaired or replaced.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $5,000+
- Recalls: None Found
Exterior
- No Issues Found
Interior
- Navigation System Failure
- Description/Symptoms: The navigation system may freeze or display incorrect information.
- Solution: The navigation system software must be updated or the system may need to be replaced.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Climate Control Failure
- Description/Symptoms: The climate control system may malfunction, causing the interior temperature to be uncomfortable.
- Solution: The climate control module must be diagnosed and repaired or replaced.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
- Recalls: None Found
Summary
The 2020 Ferrari F8 Tributo is a high-performance sports car, but it has been plagued by several issues that have affected its reliability and performance. The most common issues are with the engine, transmission, and suspension. The estimated cost to fix these issues can range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. Owners who have experienced these issues have reported being dissatisfied with the reliability of the vehicle and have expressed concerns about the long-term durability of the F8 Tributo.