2001 BMW 330CI vs 2001 Lexus IS 300
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 BMW 330CI | 2001 Lexus IS 300 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 82 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 17 | 70 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 112,171 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 330CI | Lexus IS 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 17 | 2 |
| Power Train | 11 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
2001 BMW 330CI
2001 Lexus IS 300
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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.