2002 BMW X5 vs 2002 Honda CR-V
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 | 2002 BMW X5 | 2002 Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 102 | 515 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 15 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 70 | 256 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 48 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 17 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 88,022 mi | 91,700 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW X5 | Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 19 | 143 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 95 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 58 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 60 |
| Equipment | 2 | 38 |
| Power Train | 6 | 24 |
| Visibility | 12 | 17 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 32 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 13 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
| Overheating | 0 | 6 |
2002 BMW X5
2002 Honda CR-V
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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.