Is the Ferrari 488 GTB Reliable?
2016–2019 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
Own a Ferrari 488 GTB? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Ferrari 488 GTB Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 98 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 2 | 3 | 2 | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 4 | 1 | — | — | 89 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the 488 GTB Compares to Similar Vehicles
The 488 GTB scores 26 points above the average sports — a strong result.
Known Ferrari 488 GTB Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 6 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ferrari 488 GTB reliable?+
The Ferrari 488 GTB scores 93/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 4 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 9 recall campaigns and 6 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year 488 GTB is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2019 488 GTB achieved the highest reliability score of 98/100 with 1 recall and 0 complaints.
How many miles does a 488 GTB last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Ferrari 488 GTB owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used 488 GTB will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
More Ferrari 488 GTB Research
Check a Specific Ferrari 488 GTB VIN
Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.
Run a Free VIN Report →