2004 BMW 530I vs 2004 Honda Accord
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 | 2004 BMW 530I | 2004 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 129 | 1,016 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 298 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 89 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 21–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 92,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 530I | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 347 |
| Air Bags | 49 | 250 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 145 |
| Steering | 9 | 66 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 58 |
| Seats | 29 | 21 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 38 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 44 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 21 | 62 |
| Stalling | 5 | 54 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 28 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 27 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 21 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 16 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 11 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 10 |
2004 BMW 530I
2004 Honda Accord
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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.