Head-to-head reliability
Lamborghini Huracan vs FORD F 150
How the Lamborghini Huracan and FORD F 150 compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Lamborghini Huracan vs FORD F 150: The Huracan has 2 complaints and 25 recalls over 10 years, while the F-150 has 11,621 complaints and 151 recalls. The F-150 also reports 330 crash-related complaints and 297 injuries. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Lamborghini Huracan or FORD F 150 more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Lamborghini Huracan
The Lamborghini Huracan is a low-volume exotic car, so it sees very few complaints—just 2 over 10 years. The main reported issue is a total instrument cluster failure while driving, which can leave you without speed or gauge readings. There are also 25 recalls, many for electrical and lighting problems. Living with one means dealing with rare but potentially serious electrical glitches and recall visits.
FORD F 150
The Ford F-150 is a high-volume pickup with a massive complaint record: over 11,600 in 10 years. Owners frequently report transmission problems, electrical glitches, and lighting failures. There are also 330 crash-related complaints, 297 injuries, and 1 death, plus 151 recalls. This suggests that while many trucks are fine, a significant number have recurring safety and reliability issues.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Lamborghini Huracan | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 2 Better | 11,621 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 25 Better | 151 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 330 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.2 Better | 1162.1 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 297 |
| 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.
Lamborghini Huracan
- 01UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
- 03VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
One owner reported the entire instrument cluster going black on the highway, losing speed and gauge information. This can be dangerous because you lose critical driving data, and repairs may not be covered under warranty.
The same complaint about the cluster failing also mentions speed control issues, meaning you might not know how fast you're going. This is a serious safety concern if it happens at speed.
One complaint is fully redacted, so the exact problem is unclear. It still counts as a reported issue, but without details, it's hard to know what to check.
“[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)”
FORD F 150
- 01POWER TRAIN3,648
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2,100
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1,431
- 04EXTERIOR LIGHTING1,224
- 05ENGINE880
Owners describe a 'lead frame' issue that can cause sudden transmission failure or limp mode, sometimes nearly causing collisions. Others report the truck getting stuck in 5th gear and failing to shift, making it unreliable and risky to drive.
The lead frame problem also appears under electrical, and one owner had a rear window explode after a defroster short. These electrical faults can lead to expensive repairs and safety hazards.
A rear window defroster short caused the back window to shatter outward. This is a surprising and dangerous failure that could happen without warning.
With 1,224 complaints, lighting issues are common. While not detailed in the samples, this many reports suggest frequent bulb, housing, or wiring problems that affect visibility.
“This lead frame issue is never ending. Well over a decade without a proper remedy. I’m very familiar with it. but this one nearly ended my life. After the near collision I called my mechanic and bought a new ford lead frame from a dealership. It’s doing fine…”
“My 2017 Ford F-150 V8 with the 6-speed automatic transmission has been experiencing a serious and recurring transmission malfunction. The truck has consistently, almost on a daily basis, gone into limp mode and become stuck in 5th gear. It also frequently fai…”
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.
Lamborghini Huracan — 25 recalls
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Huracan vehicles. In temperatures below 41°F, the rearview camera may not display due to a software error in the infotainment system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan…
The risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 6, 2021. Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Lamborghini's number for this recall is L62X-…
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Huracan vehicles. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federa…
The risk: Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install the missing blanking caps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2022. Owners may contact Automobili Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Automobili Lamborghini's number for this re…
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2015-2024 Huracan vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the software to deactivate the headlight functions for Tourist Mode and the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2024. Owners may contact Lamborghini c…
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2015-2024 Huracan vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the software to deactivate the headlight functions for Tourist Mode and the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2024. Owners may contact Lamborghini c…
FORD F 150 — 151 recalls
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causin…
The risk: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater and previously remedied under recall 18V894. During the previous repair, the block he…
The risk: A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. The…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.
The risk: A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the B-pillar insulation material and wiring harness tape, and install heat resistant tape, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks. The doors on these vehicles may have a bent or kinked actuation cable or the door latches may freeze after water gets into the latch. Either condition can result in the do…
The risk: A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door latch actuation cables and repair if necessary, and install water shields over the door latches, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer…
Buyer analysis
Lamborghini Huracan or FORD F 150: which should you buy?
The Lamborghini Huracan has far fewer issues per year (0.2 vs. 1,162.1 for the F-150). In practice, the F-150 is much more likely to leave you stranded or in the shop, while the Huracan's problems are rare but can still be serious. If you prioritize low complaint volume, the Huracan wins, but both have recalls to manage.
Key differences
- The F-150 has over 11,600 complaints in 10 years, while the Huracan has only 2—a massive difference in reported problems.
- F-150 owners frequently report transmission limp mode and lead frame failures; Huracan owners report instrument cluster blackouts.
- The F-150 has 330 crash-related complaints, 297 injuries, and 1 death; the Huracan has 0 in all three categories.
- Both have many recalls (25 for Huracan, 151 for F-150), but the F-150's recalls include engine, seat belts, and air bags, while the Huracan's are mostly electrical and lighting.
- Check the instrument cluster for any signs of flickering, dimming, or past replacement—it's the most reported failure.
- Ask for recall history, especially for electrical system and headlight recalls, and confirm they were fixed.
- Test drive at highway speeds and watch for harsh shifting, limp mode, or getting stuck in 5th gear—classic lead frame symptoms.
- Inspect the rear window and defroster for cracks or signs of overheating, as one owner reported it shattering.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all recalls are completed, especially for the F-150's transmission and air bag recalls.
- For the Huracan, have a specialist inspect the electrical system and instrument cluster for any faults.
- For the F-150, scan for transmission trouble codes (like P0722) and test the lead frame function.
- Take a long test drive that includes highway speeds and stop-and-go traffic to replicate limp mode or cluster failures.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records and any warranty information, as some repairs may not be covered.
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 | Lamborghini Huracan | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 638 |
| 2023 | 1 | 1527 |
| 2022 | 0 | 3493 |
| 2021 | 0 | 5349 |
| 2020 | 1 | 44 |
| 2019 | 0 | 52 |
| 2018 | 0 | 79 |
| 2017 | 0 | 59 |
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 Lamborghini Huracan or FORD F 150 in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Lamborghini Huracan vs FORD F 150
- Lamborghini Huracan total complaints
- 2
- FORD F 150 total complaints
- 11,621
- Lamborghini Huracan total recalls
- 25
- FORD F 150 total recalls
- 151
- Lamborghini Huracan avg complaints/year
- 0.2
- FORD F 150 avg complaints/year
- 1162.1
- More reliable overall
- Lamborghini Huracan
- Lamborghini Huracan top complaint area
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- FORD F 150 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN