Head-to-head reliability
Ferrari Portofino vs Toyota Camry
How the Ferrari Portofino 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 Portofino vs Toyota Camry: The Portofino has 0 complaints and 3 brake recalls over 3 years, while the Camry has 2,143 complaints and 31 recalls over 10 years, averaging 214 complaints per year. The Camry also has 181 crash-related reports and 163 injuries. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Ferrari Portofino or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Ferrari Portofino
The Ferrari Portofino is a high-performance luxury sports car with very low reported complaint volume: zero owner complaints over three years in NHTSA data. However, it has three recalls, all for hydraulic service brakes, meaning a known brake-system defect exists even without owner complaints. For a buyer, this suggests that while owners may not be filing complaints, the brake recall is a real issue that should be addressed before purchase.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a mainstream family sedan with a much larger ownership base and far more reported issues: 2,143 complaints over ten 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 and 163 injuries. Owners describe symptoms like grinding noises from the transmission, sudden acceleration, brake failure, and air conditioning problems. These patterns indicate that while the Camry is common, it has a wide range of recurring reliability concerns.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Ferrari Portofino | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 2,143 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 3 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 Portofino
No component data available.
The only recorded issue for the Portofino is a recall for hydraulic service brakes. No owner complaints describe the exact symptom, but this recall means the brake system may have a defect that could affect stopping performance. Buyers should verify the recall was performed.
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN395
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER342
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES290
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM246
Owners report grinding noises from the front during acceleration, often traced to the transmission. Some say the transmission needs replacement, and parts can be on backorder. This can lead to costly repairs and long waits.
Complaints include uncontrollable sudden acceleration, sometimes resulting in crashes. Another owner reported a coolant valve bypass issue with a code P268115, but their VIN was not covered by the recall. These engine problems can be dangerous and expensive.
Owners describe brake pedal failure, such as no response when pressing the brake on a steep hill. Another complaint mentions needing extra force to brake in a parking lot. Brake problems directly affect safety and control.
Many complaints involve the air conditioning system, including a damaged condenser from road debris and a persistent mildew or vinegar smell from the vents. These issues are annoying and can be costly to fix.
“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 Portofino — 3 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…
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 Portofino or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Ferrari Portofino has far fewer reported issues per year (0 complaints/year) compared to the Toyota Camry (about 214 complaints/year). In practice, this means the Portofino has a much lower volume of owner-reported problems, but it does have a brake recall. The Camry, while more common, has a wide range of recurring complaints that could mean more frequent repairs.
Key differences
- The Ferrari Portofino has zero owner complaints but three brake recalls; the Toyota Camry has thousands of complaints covering power train, engine, brakes, and electrical systems.
- Camry owners report serious safety issues like sudden acceleration and brake failure, while the Portofino has no complaint text describing symptoms.
- The Camry has 181 crash-related reports and 163 injuries in the data; the Portofino has none.
- The Camry's most common complaint area is the power train (395 complaints), often involving transmission grinding and replacement; the Portofino's only known issue is a brake recall.
- Confirm that the hydraulic service brake recall has been completed; ask for documentation.
- Check for any brake pedal feel or stopping issues during a test drive, since the recall involves the brake system.
- Listen for grinding noises from the front during acceleration, which could indicate transmission problems.
- Test the brakes on a slope or during hard stops to check for any failure or need for extra force, as owners reported brake issues.
Before you buy
- Verify all open recalls are fixed, especially the brake recall on the Portofino and any air bag, seat, or wheel recalls on the Camry.
- For the Camry, ask for transmission service records and listen for grinding noises during a test drive.
- For the Camry, test the air conditioning for unusual odors or weak cooling, as owners reported condenser and odor issues.
- For the Portofino, have a pre-purchase inspection by a Ferrari specialist focusing on the brake system.
- Check the NHTSA website by VIN for any additional recalls or complaints specific to the exact vehicle.
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 Portofino | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 155 |
| 2020 | 0 | 270 |
| 2019 | 0 | 393 |
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 Portofino or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Ferrari Portofino vs Toyota Camry
- Ferrari Portofino total complaints
- 0
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,143
- Ferrari Portofino total recalls
- 3
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Ferrari Portofino avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 214.3
- More reliable overall
- Ferrari Portofino
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN