Head-to-head reliability
Ferrari 612 Scaglietti vs FORD F 150
How the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti and FORD F 150 compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Ferrari 612 Scaglietti vs FORD F 150: The Ferrari has 0 complaints and 10 recalls over 7 years, while the Ford has 11,621 complaints and 151 recalls over 10 years. The Ford also has 330 crash-related complaints and 1 death. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti or FORD F 150 more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
The Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is a low-volume luxury grand tourer with no owner complaints filed with NHTSA over seven years. However, it has ten recalls, mostly for brake and transmission issues, which suggests potential safety defects even without reported complaints. For a buyer, this means the car may have known problems that haven't been reported by owners, so checking recall history is crucial.
FORD F 150
The Ford F-150 is a high-volume pickup with over 11,000 complaints in ten years, averaging more than 1,100 per year. Owners report serious issues like transmission limp mode, electrical glitches, and even a rear window explosion. With 151 recalls and 330 crash-related complaints, it's clear that many F-150s have recurring safety problems that can 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 612 Scaglietti | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 11,621 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 10 Better | 151 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 330 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 Better | 1162.1 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 297 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
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 612 Scaglietti
No component data available.
Recalls exist for the automatic transmission, but no owner complaints describe the exact failure. Buyers should be aware that transmission problems may occur and check for recall repairs.
Multiple recalls for hydraulic service brakes indicate potential brake issues. Even without complaints, these recalls suggest a pattern that could affect braking performance.
FORD F 150
- 01POWER TRAIN3,648
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2,100
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1,431
- 04EXTERIOR LIGHTING1,224
- 05ENGINE880
Owners report the truck suddenly entering limp mode and getting stuck in 5th gear, often due to a faulty lead frame or output speed sensor. This can happen while driving, increasing crash risk.
The same lead frame issue can cause electrical problems, and one owner reported the rear window shattering due to a defroster short. These faults can be unpredictable and costly.
Complaints include the rear window exploding outward, which owners attribute to a defroster short. This is a serious safety concern that could cause injury or distraction.
With 1,224 complaints, lighting issues are common. While not detailed in the sample, frequent lighting failures can reduce visibility and lead to accidents.
“This lead frame issue is never ending. Well over a decade without a proper remedy. I’m very familiar with it. but this one nearly ended my life. After the near collision I called my mechanic and bought a new ford lead frame from a dealership. It’s doing fine…”
“My 2017 Ford F-150 V8 with the 6-speed automatic transmission has been experiencing a serious and recurring transmission malfunction. The truck has consistently, almost on a daily basis, gone into limp mode and become stuck in 5th gear. It also frequently fai…”
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 612 Scaglietti — 10 recalls
The defect: FERRARI IS RECALLING 366 MY 2005-2007 612 SCAGLIETTI VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH F1 TRANSMISSIONS. A NONCONFORMING CLUTCH SENSOR IN THE TRANSMISSION COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS DUE TO THE HEAT PRODUCED BY THE VEHICLE. SUCH SENSOR MALFUNCTION MAY INHIBIT THE PROPER FUNCTION OF THE…
The risk: THIS CLUTCH SENSOR MALFUNCTION MAY RENDER THE VEHICLE INOPERABLE AND, POSSIBLY, RESULTING IN A CRASH.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLUTCH SENSOR. IN ADDITION, THE CABLE HOLDER AND MAGNET WILL ALSO BE REPLACED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 19, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FERRARI AT 1-201-816-2600.
The defect: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2005-2009 430, 2019-2020 488 Pista, 2016 F60 America, 2005-2011 612 Scaglietti, 2010-2011 612, 2018-2022 812, 2020-2022 F8 Spider, 2020-2022 F8 Tributo, 2021-2022 Roma, 2009-2017 California, 2015-2017 California T, 2013-2017 F12 Berlinetta,…
The risk: A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap and update the software to provide a new warning message for low brake fluid, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed September…
The defect: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2005-2009 430, 2019-2020 488 Pista, 2016 F60 America, 2005-2011 612 Scaglietti, 2010-2011 612, 2018-2022 812, 2020-2022 F8 Spider, 2020-2022 F8 Tributo, 2021-2022 Roma, 2009-2017 California, 2015-2017 California T, 2013-2017 F12 Berlinetta,…
The risk: A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap and update the software to provide a new warning message for low brake fluid, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed September…
The defect: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2005-2009 430, 2019-2020 488 Pista, 2016 F60 America, 2005-2011 612 Scaglietti, 2010-2011 612, 2018-2022 812, 2020-2022 F8 Spider, 2020-2022 F8 Tributo, 2021-2022 Roma, 2009-2017 California, 2015-2017 California T, 2013-2017 F12 Berlinetta,…
The risk: A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap and update the software to provide a new warning message for low brake fluid, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed September…
FORD F 150 — 151 recalls
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causin…
The risk: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater and previously remedied under recall 18V894. During the previous repair, the block he…
The risk: A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. The…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.
The risk: A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the B-pillar insulation material and wiring harness tape, and install heat resistant tape, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks. The doors on these vehicles may have a bent or kinked actuation cable or the door latches may freeze after water gets into the latch. Either condition can result in the do…
The risk: A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door latch actuation cables and repair if necessary, and install water shields over the door latches, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer…
Buyer analysis
Ferrari 612 Scaglietti or FORD F 150: which should you buy?
The Ferrari 612 Scaglietti has far fewer issues per year (0 complaints/year vs. 1,162 for the F-150), but it has more recalls per year (about 1.4 vs. 15.1 for the F-150? Actually F-150 has 151 recalls over 10 years = 15.1/year, Ferrari 10 over 7 = 1.4/year). In practice, the F-150 has a much higher volume of reported problems, but the Ferrari's recalls indicate potential safety defects that may not be reported by owners.
Key differences
- The Ferrari has zero owner complaints but ten recalls, mostly for brakes and transmission, while the Ford has thousands of complaints covering transmission, electrical, and lighting failures.
- Ford owners report specific dangerous symptoms like limp mode and rear window shattering, whereas Ferrari complaints are absent, so failure patterns are unknown.
- The Ford F-150 has 330 crash-related complaints and 297 injuries, indicating real-world safety consequences; the Ferrari has none reported.
- Recalls are more frequent on the Ford (151 vs. 10), but the Ferrari's recalls are concentrated on critical systems like brakes.
- Check for open recalls on the automatic transmission and hydraulic service brakes, as these are the only known issues.
- Since there are no owner complaints, inspect the car thoroughly for any signs of transmission or brake problems during a test drive.
- Test for transmission shudder, delayed engagement, or limp mode, especially in 2017 V8 models with the 6-speed automatic.
- Inspect the rear window defroster and look for any signs of electrical shorts or previous window replacement.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to see if all recalls have been performed on either vehicle.
- For the Ferrari, ask for service records related to transmission and brake repairs, even if no complaints exist.
- For the Ford, test drive at highway speeds to check for transmission limp mode and listen for electrical gremlins.
- Have a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with the specific model, focusing on the known problem areas.
- Check for any aftermarket fixes or software updates that may have been applied to address the lead frame or transmission issues.
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 612 Scaglietti or FORD F 150 in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Ferrari 612 Scaglietti vs FORD F 150
- Ferrari 612 Scaglietti total complaints
- 0
- FORD F 150 total complaints
- 11,621
- Ferrari 612 Scaglietti total recalls
- 10
- FORD F 150 total recalls
- 151
- Ferrari 612 Scaglietti avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- FORD F 150 avg complaints/year
- 1162.1
- More reliable overall
- Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
- FORD F 150 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN