Eighty Ferrari 12Cilindri owners face an unusual problem: their $700,000 supercars are illegal to drive because the windows are too dark. Federal regulators don’t care that your ride costs more than most houses—if the tint blocks more than 30% of light, it’s a safety violation.
The recall affects every 2025-2026 model shipped to the US, stemming from what Ferrari calls an “internal configuration error.” Someone at the factory apparently forgot that American roads come with different rules than the Autobahn.
When Luxury Meets Bureaucracy
Privacy glass designed for European markets fails US visibility requirements.
The culprit? Black privacy glass from Italian supplier Saint-Gobain Sekurit that transmits less than 70% of available light. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 205 mandates that threshold to prevent visibility-related crashes.
Ferrari discovered the issue during pre-delivery inspections in March 2026—before any owners got pulled over by particularly eagle-eyed state troopers. No accidents or warranty claims have emerged from the tinting mishap.
Still, driving with non-compliant glass technically violates federal safety regulations, creating potential liability issues for owners.
Key Recall Details:
- Affected vehicles: 80 units (2025-2026 Ferrari 12Cilindri)
- Issue discovered: March 2026 during US inspections
- Defect rate: 100% of affected vehicles
- Root cause: Configuration error for US market specifications
- Production fix: Implemented March 2026 for future builds
The Fix Is Free (Obviously)
Ferrari covers replacement costs and reimburses owners who already fixed the problem.
Ferrari will replace the non-compliant windows with properly tinted glass at no charge. Owners who already paid for replacements can claim reimbursement—though you’ll need receipts and your VIN to prove the work. The company plans to notify affected owners by May 15, 2026.
Getting your windows fixed shouldn’t take long, assuming your local Ferrari dealer has the replacement glass in stock. Given that only 80 vehicles need attention, parts availability seems manageable.
Check your VIN status on NHTSA’s website or contact Ferrari North America directly at (201) 816-2600. Because nothing says “luxury ownership experience” like a regulatory compliance recall.
