Head-to-head reliability
Maserati Spyder vs FORD F 150
How the Maserati Spyder 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 Spyder vs FORD F 150: The Spyder has 0 complaints and 7 recalls over 4 years, while the F-150 has 11,311 complaints and 145 recalls over 10 years. F-150 owners report transmission and electrical failures; the Spyder has no complaint text. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Maserati Spyder or FORD F 150 more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Maserati Spyder
The Maserati Spyder is a low-volume Italian sports car with no owner complaints filed over four years, but seven recalls—mostly for fuel system and steering issues. That means you won't find a pattern of repeated breakdowns from drivers, but you also won't get much real-world warning about what fails. Living with it means relying on recall notices and pre-purchase inspections rather than a large pool of owner reports.
FORD F 150
The Ford F-150 is a high-volume pickup with over 11,000 complaints in ten years, averaging about 1,131 per year. Owners frequently report transmission problems like hard shifts, delayed engagement, and sudden loss of power, plus electrical glitches such as camera and sensor warnings. With 145 recalls and 328 crash-related complaints, it's a truck that demands attention to maintenance and recall history.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Maserati Spyder | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 11,311 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 7 Better | 145 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 328 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 Better | 1131.1 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 287 |
| 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 Spyder
No component data available.
Multiple recalls cover fuel delivery hoses, lines, piping, and fittings. A fuel leak can cause stalling or a fire risk, so any used Spyder should have these recalls verified as completed.
Steering-related recalls appear repeatedly. A steering failure could make the car hard to control, so a buyer should confirm the steering recall was fixed and have the system inspected.
FORD F 150
- 01POWER TRAIN3,553
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2,071
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1,401
- 04EXTERIOR LIGHTING1,164
- 05ENGINE847
Owners report hard or delayed shifts, jerking, clunking, and even sudden loss of power, often linked to the 10-speed automatic transmission. This can leave you stranded or cause a crash if it happens in traffic.
Complaints include warnings like 'Front Camera Malfunction' and 'Pre Collision Assist Not Available,' plus loud bangs or popping sounds from the transmission area. These electrical gremlins can disable safety features and are frustrating to diagnose.
Headlight issues are a top complaint category, with recalls for headlights. Poor lighting affects nighttime visibility, so check that all lights work and any lighting recall was performed.
Engine problems appear in complaints and recalls, though less often than transmission issues. Symptoms can include rough running or stalling, which may lead to costly repairs.
“I started noticing hard and delayed shifts from 7th into 8th gear. My RPM's were not increasing when this happened, and then on a very crowded major road I lost all power, vehicle shut off and drifted, then started up and jerked again very hard. This failure…”
“I am reporting a safety-related transmission problem I experienced with my 2020 Ford F-150 equipped with the 10R80 automatic transmission. While driving normally, the transmission shifts hard (ie: jerks, clunks) between 4-5 and 5-6 gears, and has on occasion…”
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 Spyder — 7 recalls
The defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL HOSES MAY BECOME SOFT AND POSSIBLY DISCONNECT FROM THE METAL FITTINGS, WHICH CAN CAUSE A FUEL LEAK.
The risk: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TWO EXISTING BLACK METAL AND RUBBER FUEL LINES WITH NEW GREY NYLON FUEL LINES. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 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, 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.
FORD F 150 — 145 recalls
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated from…
The risk: DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03.
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles. The fastener securing the Power Distribution Box (PDB) 12V cable and Battery Monitoring System (BMS) eyelets to the positive battery terminal may loosen and affect the vehicle's systems such as instrument panel displays and br…
The risk: Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. This condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. The re…
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 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also…
The risk: A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's num…
Buyer analysis
Maserati Spyder or FORD F 150: which should you buy?
The Maserati Spyder has far fewer issues per year—zero complaints versus about 1,131 for the Ford F-150. In practice, that means the Spyder is less likely to have a documented pattern of recurring failures, but the F-150's huge complaint volume reflects its massive sales and a real risk of transmission and electrical problems.
Key differences
- The Maserati Spyder has 0 complaints and 7 recalls; the Ford F-150 has 11,311 complaints and 145 recalls.
- Ford F-150 owners report real-world transmission failures like hard shifts and sudden power loss; the Spyder has no owner complaint text on record.
- The Spyder's recalls focus on fuel leaks and steering; the F-150's complaints center on power train, electrical, lighting, and engine issues.
- The F-150 has 328 crash-related complaints, 287 injuries, and 1 death; the Spyder has none reported.
- Check for fuel odors or leaks around the fuel lines and hoses, and confirm the fuel system recalls were completed.
- Test the steering for any looseness, noise, or difficulty turning, and verify the steering recall was performed.
- Test-drive the truck at various speeds and watch for hard shifts, jerking, or delayed engagement, especially between 4th-5th and 7th-8th gears.
- Check for dashboard warnings like 'Front Camera Malfunction' or 'Pre Collision Assist Not Available' and ensure all electrical features work.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN on NHTSA.gov to see all open recalls for the specific vehicle and confirm they were fixed.
- For the Maserati Spyder, have a mechanic inspect the fuel system and steering before purchase.
- For the Ford F-150, test-drive extensively and scan for transmission trouble codes or stored electrical faults.
- Ask for maintenance records, especially any transmission repairs or software updates on the F-150.
- Get a pre-purchase inspection from a shop that knows the model, focusing on the reported problem areas.
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 Spyder or FORD F 150 in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Maserati Spyder vs FORD F 150
- Maserati Spyder total complaints
- 0
- FORD F 150 total complaints
- 11,311
- Maserati Spyder total recalls
- 7
- FORD F 150 total recalls
- 145
- Maserati Spyder avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- FORD F 150 avg complaints/year
- 1131.1
- More reliable overall
- Maserati Spyder
- FORD F 150 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN