1995 BMW 525I vs 1995 Ford Contour
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1995 BMW 525I | 1995 Ford Contour |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 891 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 5 | 223 |
| Investigations | 0 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 65 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 525I | Ford Contour |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 224 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 180 |
| Power Train | 2 | 126 |
| Suspension | 1 | 83 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 83 |
| Steering | 0 | 76 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 72 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 43 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 0 | 68 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 62 |
| Stalling | 0 | 58 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 18 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 16 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
1995 BMW 525I
1995 Ford Contour
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.