Ferrari California Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
Own a Ferrari California? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Ferrari California — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017Best | 1 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2014 | 2 | 1 | 0 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
| 2013 | 2 | 1 | 0 | SERVICE BRAKES | Full report → |
| 2012Worst | 2 | 2 | 0 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
Most Common California Problems
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Ferrari California Reliability
What year California has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2012 Ferrari California had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 2 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 2012 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Ferrari California reliable?
The Ferrari California has accumulated 4 owner-filed complaints and 9 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2017 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used California.
What are the most common California problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Ferrari California across recent model years are: AIR BAGS (2 reports), ENGINE (1 reports), SERVICE BRAKES (1 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my California has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Ferrari California using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
Check a Specific Ferrari California VIN
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