Ferrari California Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Ferrari California — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017Best | Excellent | — | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2016 | Excellent | — | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2015 | Excellent | — | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2014 | Excellent | — | 1 | — | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2013 | Good | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | Service Brakes | Full report → |
| 2012 | Excellent | — | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2011 | Avoid | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2010Worst | Avoid | 3 | 3 | — | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2009 | Avoid | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
9 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Ferrari California Problems
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
California Years to Avoid
Best California Years to Buy
Ferrari California Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Ferrari California Reliability
What year California has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2010 Ferrari California had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 3 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2010 report for specific defects.
Is the Ferrari California reliable?
The Ferrari California has accumulated 6 owner-filed complaints and 10 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2017 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used California.
What are the most common California problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Air Bags (2 reports), Electrical System (1 reports), Vehicle Speed Control (1 reports), Wheels (1 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my California has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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