2001 BMW X5 vs 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
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 X5 | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 160 | 33 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 72 | 338 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 16 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | 15 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,829 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW X5 | Oldsmobile Bravada |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 31 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 3 |
| Power Train | 15 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 18 | 0 |
| Visibility | 14 | 0 |
| Structure | 10 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2001 BMW X5
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
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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.