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NHTSA Official DataUpdated Jun 2026How we calculate this
Good Record

2010 Ferrari California: Is it reliable?Problems, recalls & buyer verdict

Shopping for a used 2010 Ferrari California? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 1 complaints, with Unintended Acceleration as the top reported area.

1
Complaints
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Deaths
4
Recalls

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2010 Ferrari California Fuel Economy

✓ EPA Official Data

EPA official fuel economy rating for the 2010 Ferrari California.

13
MPG City
19
MPG Hwy
15
MPG Combined
592
g CO₂/mile
Premium Gasoline
⚠️Costs $15,250 more than avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2010 Ferrari California has 1 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Unintended Acceleration. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.

2010 Ferrari California — key reliability facts
Make
Ferrari
Model
California
Model year
2010
NHTSA owner complaints
1
Crash-related complaints
0
Safety recall campaigns
4
Top reported component
Unintended Acceleration
Reliability signal
Good Record
EPA MPG combined
15
EPA MPG city / highway
13 / 19
Fuel type
Premium Gasoline

Common problems

Most common 2010 Ferrari California problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
1
complaints

Unintended Acceleration

#2
1
complaints

Wheel Issues

#3
1
complaints

Electrical Faults

Complaint patterns center on Unintended Acceleration, Wheel Issues, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.

Buyer verdict

Should you buy a used 2010 Ferrari California?

The 2010 Ferrari California looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.

Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2010 Ferrari California

Inspection Focus

  • Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
  • Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase

Before You Close the Deal

  • Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
  • Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase

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Full breakdown

All 2010 Ferrari California complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Ferrari California. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Unintended Acceleration1
Wheel Issues1
Electrical Faults1

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

In their words

Real owner complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2010 Ferrari California. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 1 most recent complaints

Unintended AccelerationJan 18, 2017

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FERRARI CALIFORNIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHEELS WERE NOT OPERATING PROPERLY AND THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED TO FUNCTION. TWO DEALERS WERE UNABLE TO REPLICATE AND DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. A THIRD DEALER INDICATED THAT THE COMPUTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. …

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2010 Ferrari California.

Safety recalls

2010 Ferrari California recalls

4 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2010 Ferrari California. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

Safety recall

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

#18V188000AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE23/03/2018
Safety recall

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

#16V341000AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE23/05/2016
Safety recall

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

#20V007000AIR BAGS:FRONTALSep 1, 2020
Safety recall

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

#22V536000SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC26/07/2022

Across model years

Compare Ferrari California model years

Compare complaint and recall volume across years to see whether 2010 lands in a lower-risk or higher-risk part of the model timeline.

Questions

2010 Ferrari California buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2010 Ferrari California reliable?

Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 1 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2010 Ferrari California looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Ferrari California?

#1: Unintended Acceleration (1 complaints). #2: Wheel Issues (1 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (1 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Ferrari California?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2010 Ferrari California?

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2010 Ferrari California, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 1 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2010 Ferrari California have any recalls?

Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2010 Ferrari California. A major recall area is AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.

Should I buy a 2010 Ferrari California?

The 2010 Ferrari California looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Unintended Acceleration during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.

Wider context: See the full Ferrari California reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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