Ferrari 296 Speciale airbag control unit repair⁽¹⁾

What should I pay attention to with Ferrari 296 Speciale airbag control units?

The airbag control unit of the Ferrari 296 Speciale evaluates the crash sensors, triggers the airbags and belt tensioners, and monitors the entire restraint system. If it detects a fault, the airbag warning light comes on in the vehicle. Airbag24 repairs your own control unit, which you send to us.

The control unit works closely with the crash sensors, the airbag modules and the belt tensioners. The fault memory gives indications of which area is affected. A warning light should therefore be checked promptly, as a defective control unit can impair the function of the entire system.

After an accident, the control unit stores crash data and locks itself. Deleting the crash data is part of the repair at Airbag24. The repair is carried out in our workshop in Berlin.

Which Ferrari 296 Speciale generations are there?

The Ferrari 296 Speciale is listed under the F171 series and has been built since 2025. So far, this is the only series recorded for this model, and production is still ongoing.

• F171 (since 2025, production ongoing) – current series of the Ferrari 296 Speciale

The year of manufacture and the vehicle identification number show which series your vehicle belongs to.

How do I identify my Ferrari 296 Speciale airbag control unit?

The part number on the label of the control unit determines the exact version. Also check the model year and equipment of your vehicle, as they determine which variant is installed.

Note the part number before removing the control unit and sending it in. It helps to assign the unit clearly before you send it in.

Fault codes give indications of the affected area. Examples are code 01 for a control unit with an internal fault and code 06 for battery voltage that is too low. A single code does not prove a defect in the control unit, however; the cause must be checked.

What airbag equipment does the Ferrari 296 Speciale have?

The equipment of the Ferrari 296 Speciale includes front airbags for driver and front passenger. Side airbags are provided for the model family; which modules are installed in your vehicle depends on equipment and market.

The airbag system is safety-relevant. A control unit that triggers the airbag warning light can impair the deployment of the restraint systems in an emergency. The cause should therefore be clarified promptly.

The repair process works as follows: have the fault memory read out at a specialist workshop. Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit, ideally with expert support. Create a repair order online and send the unit in by parcel. Processing usually takes 3–4 working days (checking, repairing, testing).

The repaired control unit comes back with all vehicle data and is ready for use immediately after reinstallation — no coding or programming is required.