of the previous F430 GT3. Recall In February 2009, Ferrari recalled about 2,000 (2005–2007) F430 Spiders in the U.S., due to the risk that heat from the engine could cause the convertible top's hydraulic hoses to fracture and leak flammable fluid onto the engine, resulting in a fire. References Bibliography External links Ferrari website Ferrari F430 on Edmunds.com F430 Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive vehicles Cars introduced in 2004 24 Hours of Le Mans race cars