Head-to-head reliability
Ferrari Gtc4lusso vs Honda Accord
How the Ferrari Gtc4lusso 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 Gtc4lusso vs Honda Accord: The Ferrari has 2 complaints over 4 years (0.5/year) and 10 recalls, with 0 crashes, injuries, or deaths. The Honda has 4,438 complaints over 10 years (443.8/year), 38 recalls, 160 crashes, 144 injuries, and 3 deaths. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Ferrari Gtc4lusso or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Ferrari Gtc4lusso
The Ferrari Gtc4Lusso is a low-volume exotic, so it sees very few complaints—just 2 over 4 years (0.5 per year). Both complaints are about Takata airbag recalls, with owners frustrated by long waits and dealerships unable to complete the repair. There are 10 recalls total, including airbags, door latches, fuel system, and brakes, but no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths in the data. Living with it means dealing with recall logistics and limited dealer availability, not frequent breakdowns.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a high-volume family car with 4,438 complaints over 10 years (about 444 per year). The most common areas are the engine, electrical system, forward collision avoidance, and brakes. There were 160 crash-related complaints, 144 injuries, and 3 deaths reported. Owners describe engine noises, sudden warnings and power loss, tire failures, and driver-assist glitches. It's a mainstream car with many reported issues, but also many recalls (38) addressing them.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Ferrari Gtc4lusso | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 2 Better | 4,438 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 10 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 Gtc4lusso
- 01AIR BAGS2
Both complaints are about the Takata airbag recall. Owners report long waits and dealerships unable to schedule or complete the repair, leaving the recall unresolved for extended periods.
This is a recall subject, meaning door latches may not secure properly. A buyer should confirm the recall was performed to avoid a door that could open unexpectedly.
A fuel system recall is listed. While no owner complaints describe it, an unrepaired fuel issue could pose a fire risk, so verify the recall was completed.
A hydraulic brake recall is listed. No complaints mention it, but an unaddressed brake defect could affect stopping. Check that the recall was done.
“2018 FERRARI GTC 4 LUSSO T. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TAKATA AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE AIRBAG RECALL. *JS”
“SINCE THE FIRST RECALL IN JUNE 2019, I TRY TO GET AN APPOINTMENT AT MY LOCAL FERRARI DEALERSHIP AND HE IS NOT ABLE TO REPAIR THE CAR FOR SOME REASONS.”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE985
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM863
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE821
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER725
- 05SERVICE BRAKES592
Owners report noises and sudden power loss with multiple dashboard alarms (brake, hill descent, ABS, critical failure). One complaint describes the vehicle losing speed and unable to accelerate, which is a serious safety concern.
Complaints include a tire that catastrophically failed after a TPMS repair and rodent damage to the camshaft wiring harness. These show electrical and sensor issues can lead to tire failure or engine problems.
Owners report intermittent warnings for adaptive cruise control, lane keeping, road departure mitigation, and automatic high beams. One complaint says the system failed to resolve a threat, suggesting the driver-assist features may not always work.
Brake-related complaints are common (592). While sample texts don't detail them, the volume suggests owners experience brake issues, and a recall covers the ABS/traction control module.
“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 Gtc4lusso — 10 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. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2017-2019 GTC4Lusso and 2018-2019 GTC4Lusso T vehicles. Tension on the door lock mechanism may result in the vehicle's door being unable to be opened by using the external door handle.
The risk: If a door cannot be opened with the external handle in the case of an emergency, it can increase the risk of injury for the driver or passengers.
The fix: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will install new door locks and cables, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 67.
The defect: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2017 LaFerrari Aperta, 2018-2019 488 GTB, GTC4Lusso T, GTC4Lusso, 488 Spider, 812 Superfast, and 2019 488 Pista vehicles. The fuel vapor separator may crack and allow fuel to leak.
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
The fix: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel vapor separator, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 69.
The defect: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2017-2019 GTC4Lusso and 2018-2019 GTC4Lusso T vehicles. Tension on the door lock mechanism may result in the vehicle's door being unable to be opened by using the external door handle.
The risk: If a door cannot be opened with the external handle in the case of an emergency, it can increase the risk of injury for the driver or passengers.
The fix: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will install new door locks and cables, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 67.
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 Gtc4lusso or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Ferrari Gtc4Lusso has far fewer issues per year (0.5 vs. 443.8), but that's partly because it's a low-production exotic. The Honda Accord's higher complaint count reflects its huge sales volume and includes serious reports like power loss and crashes. In practice, the Ferrari's main headache is recall completion, while the Honda's is a wide range of everyday failures.
Key differences
- The Ferrari has 2 complaints total, both about Takata airbag recall delays; the Honda has 4,438 complaints covering engine, electrical, and driver-assist failures.
- The Honda has 160 crash-related complaints, 144 injuries, and 3 deaths; the Ferrari has 0 in each category.
- The Ferrari's recalls include airbags, door latches, fuel system, and brakes; the Honda's recalls include hybrid power control software, spare tire, ABS module, occupant sensor, and fuel pump.
- Honda owners report sudden power loss and multiple dashboard alarms; Ferrari owners report difficulty getting recall repairs done at dealerships.
- Confirm the Takata airbag recall has been completed; owners report long waits and dealerships unable to perform the repair.
- Check for open recalls on door latches, fuel system, and hydraulic brakes, and ask for proof they were fixed.
- Listen for engine noises and watch for sudden power loss or multiple dashboard warnings (brake, ABS, hill descent) during a test drive.
- Test the forward collision avoidance features (adaptive cruise, lane keeping) for intermittent warnings or failures, and check tire condition and TPMS history.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN on NHTSA's recall site to see all open recalls for the specific vehicle.
- Ask the seller for written proof that every recall has been completed, especially airbags on the Ferrari and hybrid software/ABS on the Honda.
- For the Honda, test drive at highway speeds and watch for warning lights or power loss; for the Ferrari, confirm a nearby dealer can service recalls.
- Inspect tires and TPMS on the Honda, as one complaint involved a tire failure after TPMS service.
- Check the Honda's electrical system and wiring for rodent damage, especially if parked outdoors.
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 Gtc4lusso | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 355 |
| 2019 | 0 | 677 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1864 |
| 2017 | 1 | 534 |
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 Gtc4lusso or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Ferrari Gtc4lusso vs Honda Accord
- Ferrari Gtc4lusso total complaints
- 2
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,438
- Ferrari Gtc4lusso total recalls
- 10
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Ferrari Gtc4lusso avg complaints/year
- 0.5
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 443.8
- More reliable overall
- Ferrari Gtc4lusso
- Ferrari Gtc4lusso top complaint area
- AIR BAGS
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE