1997 BMW 540I vs 1997 Dodge Neon
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 | 1997 BMW 540I | 1997 Dodge Neon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 390 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 21 | 62 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 25–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 62,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 540I | Dodge Neon |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 222 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 44 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 41 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 33 |
| Power Train | 1 | 26 |
| Structure | 0 | 24 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 17 |
| Steering | 0 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 0 | 17 |
| Stalling | 0 | 12 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 11 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
1997 BMW 540I
1997 Dodge Neon
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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.