Head-to-head reliability
Ferrari FF vs Toyota Camry
How the Ferrari FF 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 FF vs Toyota Camry: The FF has 0 complaints over 7 years, while the Camry has 2143 over 10 years. The Camry reports serious issues like sudden acceleration and brake failure, while the FF's recalls focus on airbags and brakes. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Ferrari FF or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Ferrari FF
The Ferrari FF is a high-performance grand tourer with very few owner complaints on record, but it has been subject to 11 recalls, mostly for airbags and brakes. With zero complaints, there is little real-world failure data, but the recalls suggest potential issues with critical safety systems. Owners should ensure all recall work is completed, as the car's complexity and low volume mean repairs can be costly.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a mass-market sedan with a high volume of complaints, averaging over 200 per year. The most common issues involve the powertrain, engine, and brakes, with reports of transmission failures, sudden acceleration, and brake loss. While many Camrys are reliable, these patterns indicate that some units experience serious problems that could affect safety and require expensive repairs.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Ferrari FF | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 2,143 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 11 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 181 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 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 FF
No component data available.
Multiple recalls for frontal airbag inflator modules suggest a risk of improper deployment or rupture. Owners should verify that all airbag recalls have been performed.
Recalls for hydraulic brakes indicate potential issues with brake performance, such as reduced braking power or failure. Have the brake system inspected and recall work completed.
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN395
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER342
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES290
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM246
Owners report grinding noises from the front end and transmission failures, sometimes requiring full replacement. This can lead to loss of drive and costly repairs.
Reports of sudden unintended acceleration, which can cause crashes, and engine codes related to coolant valve bypass recalls. These issues pose serious safety risks.
Brake pedal goes to the floor with no response, leading to loss of braking ability. This is a critical safety concern that requires immediate attention.
While not detailed in the samples, the high complaint count suggests issues like sensor failures or wiring problems that can affect various systems.
“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 FF — 11 recalls
The defect: Ferrari North America (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2014 Ferrari California, 2014-2015 Ferrari 458 Italia, 458 Spider, 2014-2016 Ferrari FF, 2014-2017 Ferrari F12, 2015-2018 Ferrari California T, 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale A, 2016 Ferrari F60 America, 2016-2017 Ferrari F12 tdf, 2016-2018 Ferrari 48…
The risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall is…
The defect: Ferrari North America, Inc. (FNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ferrari 458 Italia, 458 Spider, 458 Speciale, 458 Speciale A, California T, FF, F12 Berlinetta, and LaFerrari vehicles manufactured December 19, 2014, to April 29, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a driver side a…
The risk: In the event of a crash, the deployment of the driver's air bag in a rotated orientation increases the risk of injury.
The fix: FNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front Driver's Side Air Bag Module, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2015. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall i…
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: On January 9, 2018 Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) recalled 1,073 model year 2013 California, 458 Italia, 458 Spider, FF, and F12 Berlinetta vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto…
The risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2018 for the original population. The recall will begin in June 2018 for the expanded population. Owners…
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 FF or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Ferrari FF has far fewer complaints per year (0 vs 214.3), but its recalls indicate potential safety issues. The Camry's higher complaint rate reflects more real-world problems, especially with powertrain and brakes. In practice, the FF may be more reliable in terms of owner-reported issues, but the Camry's problems are more common and can be severe.
Key differences
- Ferrari FF has zero complaints, while Camry has over 200 per year.
- Camry owners report sudden acceleration and brake failure, which are safety-critical.
- Ferrari FF recalls focus on airbags and brakes, while Camry recalls include airbag sensors and seats.
- Camry has a higher number of recalls (31 vs 11) and more crash-related incidents.
- Check that all airbag and brake recalls have been performed on the FF.
- Inspect the brake system for any signs of leakage or wear, given the hydraulic brake recalls.
- Test the transmission for smooth shifting and listen for grinding noises, as failures are common.
- Check the brake pedal feel and have the braking system inspected for any loss of pressure.
Before you buy
- For the FF: verify recall completion via NHTSA VIN lookup.
- For the Camry: get a pre-purchase inspection focusing on transmission and brakes.
- For the Camry: check for any open recalls and ensure they are done.
- For the FF: have a mechanic familiar with exotic cars inspect the airbag system.
- For both: review service history for any recurring 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 FF or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Ferrari FF vs Toyota Camry
- Ferrari FF total complaints
- 0
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,143
- Ferrari FF total recalls
- 11
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Ferrari FF avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 214.3
- More reliable overall
- Ferrari FF
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
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