Head-to-head reliability
Ferrari ROMA vs Toyota Camry
How the Ferrari ROMA 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 ROMA vs Toyota Camry: The ROMA has zero complaints over 6 years and 2 brake recalls, while the Camry has 2,143 complaints over 10 years, including 181 crashes and 1 death. Camry owners report transmission, engine, and brake failures. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Ferrari ROMA or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Ferrari ROMA
The Ferrari ROMA is a low-volume, high-performance grand tourer, and its NHTSA record reflects that: zero owner complaints over six model years. That silence is a double-edged sword—it suggests few reported problems, but the sample size is tiny and the car's complexity means buyers should still expect high maintenance costs. The two recalls, both for the hydraulic service brakes, are the only official red flags, so a pre-purchase brake system inspection is wise.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a high-volume family sedan with a much longer and busier complaint history: 2,143 complaints over ten years, averaging over 200 per year. Owners report real, recurring issues across the powertrain, engine, brakes, and electrical systems, including some serious incidents like sudden acceleration and brake failure. While many Camrys are reliable, the sheer number of complaints and 31 recalls mean buyers should not assume every example is trouble-free.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Ferrari ROMA | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 2,143 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 2 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 ROMA
No component data available.
The only official issues on the ROMA are two recalls for the hydraulic service brakes. No owner complaints are on record, so the exact failure symptom isn't described, but recalls indicate a potential defect that could affect braking performance. Have a dealer verify both recalls were completed before purchase.
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN395
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER342
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES290
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM246
Owners report grinding noises from the front end on acceleration, with dealers confirming transmission issues and recommending replacement. Some mention recalls for the same problem on 2021 Camrys, and transmissions may be on backorder, leaving you without a car.
Several complaints describe sudden, uncontrollable acceleration that led to crashes, and others mention engine warning lights tied to a coolant valve bypass recall that may not cover all VINs. These are serious safety concerns that warrant a thorough mechanical inspection.
Owners report brake pedal going to the floor with no response, especially on hills, which is terrifying and dangerous. This symptom suggests possible master cylinder or brake line issues, so have the entire brake system checked by a professional.
Common annoyances include AC condensers damaged by rocks because of inadequate shielding, and recurring vinegar/mildew odors from the HVAC system. These aren't safety-critical but affect comfort 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 ROMA — 2 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…
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 ROMA or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Ferrari ROMA has far fewer reported issues per year (0.0 complaints/yr) compared to the Toyota Camry (214.3/yr), but that's partly due to its low sales volume. In practice, the Camry's complaints reveal patterns of potentially serious failures, while the ROMA's only official problems are brake recalls. Neither is 'safe' or 'unsafe'—each requires careful inspection.
Key differences
- Complaint volume: Ferrari ROMA has zero complaints over 6 years; Toyota Camry has 2,143 over 10 years.
- Safety-related complaints: Camry owners report sudden acceleration and brake failure; ROMA has no such reports, only brake recalls.
- Recalls: ROMA has 2 (both brakes); Camry has 31 covering airbags, seats, wheels, and more.
- Failure patterns: Camry shows recurring transmission, engine, and brake problems; ROMA shows no owner-reported failures.
- Check that both brake recalls have been performed—ask for service records.
- Since there are no owner complaints, rely on a pre-purchase inspection by a Ferrari specialist to catch any latent issues.
- Listen for grinding noises from the transmission during acceleration and test all gears.
- Test the brakes on a slight downhill slope to ensure the pedal feels firm and responsive.
Before you buy
- For the Ferrari ROMA: verify both brake recalls are completed and get a full brake system inspection.
- For the Toyota Camry: have a mechanic check the transmission for any signs of wear or failure.
- For the Toyota Camry: test drive on a hill and apply brakes firmly to check for pedal fade or loss of pressure.
- For the Toyota Camry: ask about any open recalls and confirm they've been addressed.
- For both: obtain a vehicle history report and have an independent mechanic do a pre-purchase inspection.
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 ROMA | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 119 |
| 2025 | 0 | 153 |
| 2024 | 0 | 48 |
| 2023 | 0 | 62 |
| 2022 | 0 | 59 |
| 2021 | 0 | 155 |
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 ROMA or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Ferrari ROMA vs Toyota Camry
- Ferrari ROMA total complaints
- 0
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,143
- Ferrari ROMA total recalls
- 2
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Ferrari ROMA avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 214.3
- More reliable overall
- Ferrari ROMA
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
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