Head-to-head reliability
Ferrari 550 Maranello vs Honda Accord
How the Ferrari 550 Maranello and Honda Accord compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Ferrari 550 Maranello vs Honda Accord: The Ferrari has 0.5 complaints per year over 2 years, while the Honda has 443.8 per year over 10 years. Ferrari's only complaint is fuel system; Honda's top issues include engine, electrical, and forward collision avoidance. Honda also has 160 crash-related complaints. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Ferrari 550 Maranello or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Ferrari 550 Maranello
The Ferrari 550 Maranello is a low-production, high-performance grand tourer that, in ownership terms, is a weekend or collector vehicle. Over two model years, it has just one complaint, pointing to a specific fuel-system issue rather than widespread problems. Owners report the charcoal canister vapor trap can fill with gasoline, which can lead to fuel odors or potential leaks. With only two recalls (for transmission cooling lines and parking brake), it shows a generally low complaint rate but requires attention to its known quirks.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a mass-market sedan with a high volume of complaints over ten years, averaging over 440 per year. The top problem areas are engine, electrical, forward collision avoidance, and brakes, with many complaints involving sudden power loss, warning lights, and system malfunctions. Some complaints describe serious safety concerns, including a sunroof explosion and tire failure. While the Accord has many recalls, the sheer number of complaints suggests a pattern of reliability issues that could affect daily driving.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Ferrari 550 Maranello | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 1 Better | 4,438 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 2 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 160 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.5 Better | 443.8 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 144 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 3 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Ferrari 550 Maranello
- 01FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
Owners report the charcoal canister vapor trap can malfunction and fill with gasoline, leading to fuel odors or potential leaks. This issue has occurred multiple times, even after replacement, indicating a recurring problem that could pose a fire risk.
“THE CHARCOAL CANISTER VAPOR TRAP CAN MALFUNCTION AND FILL WITH GASOLINE. THIS HAPPENED ONCE WITH THE PRIOR OWNER (02/06/2008) AND TWICE WITH US (10/31/2016). ONE OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS WAS AT THE DEALERSHIP AFTER THEY HAD REPLACED THE CHARCOAL CANISTER VAPOR T…”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE985
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM863
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE821
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER725
- 05SERVICE BRAKES592
Complaints describe sudden loss of power and warning lights (brake, hill descent, ABS) while driving, sometimes at highway speeds. This can be alarming and potentially dangerous if it occurs in traffic.
Issues include TPMS warnings leading to tire failure and rodent damage to wiring harnesses, which can cause electrical malfunctions. These problems may be intermittent and hard to diagnose.
Owners report the system falsely activates or shows errors for adaptive cruise control, lane keeping, and automatic high beams. This can cause unexpected braking or system unavailability, reducing driver confidence.
Brake-related complaints often accompany other system failures, such as ABS and stability control warnings, sometimes leading to reduced braking performance. This is a critical safety area.
“I purchased this vehicle at 0 miles in July 2025 from Honda Accord in Pensacola Florida. I reported in July 2025 that there was a noise and I was unhappy with the vehicle and would like to exchange the vehicle within the 30 days months later, the noise got lo…”
“Vehicle drove normally in the morning commute. In the afternoon commute it started normally and as i approached highway speeds the alarms started showing up. the Brake, hill descent system, abs, critical failure. the vehicle started losing speed and could not…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Ferrari 550 Maranello — 2 recalls
The defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE TRANSMISSION OIL LINES TO THE OIL COOLER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED PROPERLY. THE LINES COULD BECOME DISCONNECTED FROM THE METAL FITTING AND LEAK OIL. IF THE LINES LEAK OIL, INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION TO THE TRANSMISSION COULD RESULT. IF THIS CONDITION WAS TO EX…
The risk: IF THE TRANSMISSION BECAME INOPERATIVE WHILE THE CUSTOMER WAS DRIVING, IT COULD POSE A POTENTIAL SAFETY RISK TO THE DRIVER AS WELL AS OTHER VEHICLES AND POTENTIALLY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE OR PROPERTY, AND A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TWO EXISTING TRANSMISSION OIL LINES TO THE COOLER WITH NEW LINES WHICH HAVE A PROPERLY CRIMPED METAL FITTING CONNECTOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEAL…
The defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE HAND BRAKE RATCHET MECHANISM DID NOT RECEIVE THE PROPER HARDNESS TREATMENT OF THE RATCHET TEETH. AS A RESULT, THE RATCHET TEETH COULD BECOME DAMAGED.
The risk: IF THE RATCHET MECHANISM TEETH BECOME DAMAGED, FAILURE OF THE HAND BRAKE TO OPERATE AS EXPECTED WOULD RESULT. IF THE PROBLEM EXISTED AND THE VEHICLE'S USE WAS CONTINUED, IT WOULD BE POSSIBLE THAT THE HAND BRAKE WOULD NOT FUNCTION AND COULD…
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE PRODUCTION CODE OF THE RATCHET MECHANISM AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HAND BRAKE RATCHET MECHANISM. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON…
Honda Accord — 38 recalls
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power.
The risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the ICM CPU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TN2. Vehicle Identificati…
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
The risk: A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipat…
The defect: Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the brake hold feature is engaged or an…
The risk: Unintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the VSA modulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are OEJ, XEK, AEY, XEX and OEW.
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura R…
The risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls ar…
Buyer analysis
Ferrari 550 Maranello or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Ferrari 550 Maranello has far fewer complaints per year (0.5) compared to the Honda Accord (443.8), indicating a much lower rate of reported issues. However, the Ferrari's single complaint involves a fuel system problem that could be serious, while the Accord's issues are more frequent and varied. In practice, the Ferrari may be more reliable in terms of complaint frequency, but its high-performance nature and age require careful maintenance.
Key differences
- Complaint volume: Ferrari has 1 complaint over 2 years; Honda has 4438 over 10 years.
- Problem areas: Ferrari's only complaint is fuel system; Honda's top issues are engine, electrical, forward collision avoidance, and brakes.
- Safety reports: Honda has 160 crash-related complaints, 144 injuries, and 3 deaths; Ferrari has none.
- Recalls: Ferrari has 2 recalls; Honda has 38, covering various systems.
- Inspect the charcoal canister and fuel vapor system for signs of gasoline saturation or leaks.
- Check the transmission cooling lines and parking brake for any signs of wear or previous recall repairs.
- Test the forward collision avoidance and adaptive cruise control systems for false activations or error messages.
- Inspect the engine and electrical wiring for rodent damage, especially if the car is parked outdoors.
Before you buy
- For the Ferrari: have a mechanic check the fuel vapor canister and lines for any fuel odor or leaks.
- For the Ferrari: verify that all recalls (transmission cooling, parking brake) have been performed.
- For the Honda: check for any open recalls and ensure they are completed.
- For the Honda: test drive at highway speeds to see if any warning lights or power loss occur.
- For the Honda: inspect the sunroof glass for any cracks or signs of stress.
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Ferrari 550 Maranello or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Ferrari 550 Maranello vs Honda Accord
- Ferrari 550 Maranello total complaints
- 1
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,438
- Ferrari 550 Maranello total recalls
- 2
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Ferrari 550 Maranello avg complaints/year
- 0.5
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 443.8
- More reliable overall
- Ferrari 550 Maranello
- Ferrari 550 Maranello top complaint area
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE