Head-to-head reliability
Ferrari 812 vs Toyota Camry
How the Ferrari 812 and Toyota Camry compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Ferrari 812 vs Toyota Camry: The 812 has 1 complaint and 5 brake recalls over 8 years, while the Camry has 2,143 complaints, 31 recalls, and 181 crash-related reports over 10 years. The Camry's higher volume reflects common transmission, brake, and acceleration issues. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Ferrari 812 or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Ferrari 812
The Ferrari 812 is a low-volume exotic car, so it sees very few complaints—just 1 over 8 years, averaging 0.1 per year. That single complaint is about the auto-dimming mirror feature not working as the manual describes, a minor visibility annoyance. However, the 812 has 5 recalls, all for hydraulic service brakes, which is a serious safety system. Living with it means dealing with rare but potentially significant brake-related recalls, and very little owner feedback to gauge other issues.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a high-volume family sedan with 2,143 complaints over 10 years, averaging about 214 per year. The most common problem areas are the power train, engine, brakes, and electrical system, with 181 crash-related reports, 163 injuries, and 1 death. Owners describe issues like transmission grinding, sudden acceleration, brake failure, and AC problems. This is a mainstream car with many reported problems, but the volume reflects how many are on the road.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Ferrari 812 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 1 Better | 2,143 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 5 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 181 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.1 Better | 214.3 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 163 |
| 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 812
- 01VISIBILITY/WIPER1
One owner reported that the auto-dimming mirror feature described in the manual is not actually equipped, and the mirrors dim automatically at night when the headlights are on. This is a minor convenience issue, but it shows a mismatch between what the manual promises and what the car delivers.
All 5 recalls for the Ferrari 812 involve hydraulic service brakes. While no specific failure symptoms are given in the complaint text, these recalls indicate a potential safety risk in the braking system. Buyers should verify that all brake-related recalls have been performed.
“Vehicle owners manual says it is equipped with a feature to be able to activate/deactivate the auto-dimming feature for the rearview and side mirrors- the vehicle is not actually equipped with this feature. The mirrors automatically dim at night when the head…”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN395
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER342
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES290
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM246
Owners report grinding noises from the front upon acceleration, with dealers confirming transmission issues that may require replacement. Some mention recalls for the same issue on 2021 Camrys, but parts are on backorder. This can lead to costly repairs and long waits.
Complaints include uncontrollable sudden acceleration, with one owner reporting three incidents that ended in a crash. Another owner cited a coolant valve bypass code (P268115) that was covered by a recall for some 2022 Camrys but not their VIN. These are serious safety and reliability concerns.
One owner described brake pedal failure while driving down a steep hill, with no response when pressing the brake. Another reported needing extra force to brake in a parking lot. Brake problems can be life-threatening and should be inspected immediately.
Owners report AC condenser damage from rocks and a recurring mildew or vinegar smell from the vents. These are comfort and durability issues that may require repeated repairs and can affect air quality inside the car.
“I turned into a restaurant’s parking lot, found a spot and slowly drove into the lot, I eased off the gas pedal and gently applying the brake as the lot has a slight downward slope. When I reach the chunk (the parking block), I added more force to the brake,…”
“Grinding noise coming from front end upon acceleration. Brought to dealership who confirmed noises coming from transmission. Transmission needs to be replaced per dealer recommendation. Recalls on 2021 Toyota Camry for same issue. Transmissions on backorder a…”
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 812 — 5 recalls
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…
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…
Toyota Camry — 31 recalls
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir…
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
The risk: A wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lug nuts, and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
Buyer analysis
Ferrari 812 or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Ferrari 812 has far fewer issues per year (0.1 vs. 214.3), but that is partly because it is a low-production exotic car with few owners reporting. The Camry's much higher complaint rate reflects its huge population and common problems like transmission and brake failures. In practice, the 812 may have fewer day-to-day complaints, but its brake recalls are serious; the Camry has many more reported problems, including crashes and injuries.
Key differences
- The Ferrari 812 has only 1 complaint and 5 recalls, all for hydraulic brakes, while the Camry has 2,143 complaints and 31 recalls across many systems.
- Camry owners report serious safety issues like sudden acceleration, brake failure, and transmission grinding; the 812's sole complaint is a minor mirror feature mismatch.
- The Camry has 181 crash-related reports, 163 injuries, and 1 death; the 812 has 0 in all these categories.
- The 812's recalls are all brake-related, suggesting a focused but critical safety concern; the Camry's recalls cover air bags, seats, wheels, and labels, indicating a broader range of issues.
- Check for any open brake-related recalls and confirm they have been fixed, as all 5 recalls for the 812 involve hydraulic service brakes.
- Test the auto-dimming mirrors to see if they function as described in the owner's manual, since one owner reported the feature is not actually equipped.
- Listen for grinding noises from the front during acceleration, which could indicate transmission problems requiring replacement.
- Test the brakes on a downhill slope and at low speeds for any delay or failure, as owners reported brake pedal issues leading to crashes.
Before you buy
- For the Ferrari 812, obtain a recall history report and ensure all brake recalls are completed.
- For the Toyota Camry, check for open recalls on air bags, seats, wheels, and labels, and confirm any transmission or engine software updates.
- Take a test drive that includes braking on hills and accelerating from a stop to feel for transmission grinding or brake hesitation.
- Ask for maintenance records, especially for transmission fluid changes and brake repairs, on the Camry.
- For both vehicles, have a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with the model, focusing on brakes, transmission, and electrical systems.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Ferrari 812 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 48 |
| 2023 | 0 | 62 |
| 2022 | 0 | 59 |
| 2021 | 1 | 155 |
| 2020 | 0 | 270 |
| 2019 | 0 | 393 |
| 2018 | 0 | 736 |
| 2017 | 0 | 148 |
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 812 or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Ferrari 812 vs Toyota Camry
- Ferrari 812 total complaints
- 1
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,143
- Ferrari 812 total recalls
- 5
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Ferrari 812 avg complaints/year
- 0.1
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 214.3
- More reliable overall
- Ferrari 812
- Ferrari 812 top complaint area
- VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN