Head-to-head reliability
Maserati Coupe vs FORD F 150
How the Maserati Coupe 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
Maserati Coupe vs FORD F 150: the Maserati Coupe shows 0 complaints over 4 years and 8 recalls, while the Ford F-150 shows 11,621 complaints over 10 years (about 1,162 per year) and 151 recalls. The F-150's owner reports include transmission limp mode and electrical faults. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Maserati Coupe or FORD F 150 more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Maserati Coupe
The Maserati Coupe is a low-volume Italian sports car with no owner complaints filed with NHTSA over the four years covered, so there is no reported pattern of what breaks in daily use. Instead, its record shows eight recalls, several involving fuel-system hoses and lines and steering hydraulic hoses and connections. For a buyer, that means the main documented concerns are potential leaks or steering-assist problems addressed by recall, not a stream of recurring owner complaints.
FORD F 150
The Ford F-150 is a high-volume pickup with a very large complaint record: 11,621 complaints over ten years, about 1,162 per year, plus 151 recalls and 330 crash-related complaints. Owner reports cluster around the power train, electrical system, exterior lighting, and engine. The sample complaints describe transmission limp mode, a lead-frame electrical fault, and a rear-window defroster short that shattered the glass, so a used F-150 buyer should expect to check these systems closely.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Maserati Coupe | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 11,621 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 8 Better | 151 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 330 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 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.
Maserati Coupe
No component data available.
Recalls list fuel-system delivery hoses, lines, piping, and fittings. A buyer should confirm those recall repairs were completed, because fuel leaks are a fire concern and can affect driveability.
Recalls cover steering hydraulic power assist hoses, piping, and connections, plus a separate steering recall. These point to possible loss of power steering assist or fluid leaks, so the steering feel and fluid condition are worth checking.
FORD F 150
- 01POWER TRAIN3,648
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2,100
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1,431
- 04EXTERIOR LIGHTING1,224
- 05ENGINE880
Owners report the truck going into limp mode and getting stuck in 5th gear, and one describes a lead-frame issue that nearly caused a collision. These are transmission and electrical faults that can leave the truck underpowered or stranded, so a thorough test drive and scan for stored codes matter.
The same lead-frame problem appears in electrical complaints, and another owner reports an output speed sensor failure that triggered highway limp mode. Electrical faults here can disable the transmission and create safety risks, so checking for related recalls and software updates is important.
Exterior lighting is a top complaint area, though the sample text does not describe a specific lighting failure. Buyers should still inspect all lights and check for related recalls, since lighting problems affect visibility and can be a safety issue.
Engine is a top complaint component, but the sample complaints do not give a specific engine symptom. A pre-purchase inspection should include a scan for engine codes and a check for unusual noises or warning lights.
“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.
Maserati Coupe — 8 recalls
The defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL LINES CAN DISCONNECT AND CAUSE LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
The risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL LINES AND ATTACHMENTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY OR FEBRUARY 2004. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
The defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, TWO OF THE FOUR SECURING BOLTS IN THE STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY NOT HAVE HAD A LOCKING COMPOUND APPLIED TO THE THREADS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. AS A RESULT, THE BOLTS MAY BECOME LOOSE WHEN THE CARS ARE DRIVEN AGGRESSIVELY.
The risk: SUCH CIRCUMSTANCES COULD LEAD TO A REDUCTION IN VEHICLE CONTROL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TWO AFFECTED BOLTS. THE RECALL BEGAN MARCH 5, 2004. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
The defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL LINES CAN DISCONNECT AND CAUSE LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
The risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL LINES AND ATTACHMENTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY OR FEBRUARY 2004. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
The defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL LINES CAN DISCONNECT AND CAUSE LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
The risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL LINES AND ATTACHMENTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY OR FEBRUARY 2004. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
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
Maserati Coupe or FORD F 150: which should you buy?
The Maserati Coupe has far fewer issues per year on paper: zero complaints per year versus about 1,162 per year for the Ford F-150. In practice, the F-150 has a large, well-documented pattern of transmission, electrical, lighting, and engine complaints, while the Maserati's record is mostly recall-based with no owner complaint text to show recurring failures.
Key differences
- The Maserati Coupe has 0 complaints over 4 years, while the Ford F-150 has 11,621 complaints over 10 years, about 1,162 per year.
- The Maserati's record is recall-heavy (8 recalls) with fuel-system and steering hose/connection subjects, but no owner complaint text to describe real-world failures.
- The Ford F-150's complaints center on power train and electrical issues, including limp mode, stuck-in-5th-gear behavior, and a lead-frame fault owners describe as recurring.
- The Ford F-150 also has 330 crash-related complaints, 297 injuries, and 1 death in the data, while the Maserati Coupe shows 0 in each of those categories.
- Ask for proof that the fuel-system hose, line, piping, and fitting recalls were completed, and inspect for fuel odors or leaks.
- Check the steering hydraulic hoses and connections for leaks or weak power assist, and confirm the steering recall was addressed.
- During the test drive, watch for limp mode, harsh shifting, or getting stuck in a gear, and have the transmission scanned for stored codes.
- Inspect the rear window and defroster operation, and ask whether any electrical or lead-frame related recalls and software updates were performed.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN through NHTSA to confirm all open recalls are closed on the specific vehicle.
- For the Maserati Coupe, have a mechanic inspect fuel lines and steering hydraulic hoses for leaks or cracking.
- For the Ford F-150, test drive long enough to reach highway speed and check for limp mode, odd shifting, or warning lights.
- Scan the Ford F-150 for transmission and electrical codes, and verify any lead-frame or output-speed-sensor related repairs.
- Check all exterior lights and the rear defroster on the F-150, and inspect the Maserati's steering assist and fuel smell at idle.
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 Maserati Coupe or FORD F 150 in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Maserati Coupe vs FORD F 150
- Maserati Coupe total complaints
- 0
- FORD F 150 total complaints
- 11,621
- Maserati Coupe total recalls
- 8
- FORD F 150 total recalls
- 151
- Maserati Coupe avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- FORD F 150 avg complaints/year
- 1162.1
- More reliable overall
- Maserati Coupe
- FORD F 150 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN