Fiat President Luca di Montezemolo introduces the Ferrari 458 Italia in Frankfurt in 2009. (AP file)
Ferrari is recalling its new 458 Italia model after several vehicles were reported to have burst into flames.
A Ferrari spokesperson told CNNMoney.com has that the supercar is being recalled to modify the wheelhouse assembly.
“In rare instances the heat shield could become deformed, bringing it too close to the exhaust system and igniting,” a Ferrari spokesperson said.
