2004 BMW X3 vs 2004 Honda CR-V
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 | 2004 BMW X3 | 2004 Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 138 | 501 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 60 | 130 |
| Investigations | 1 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 39 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 21–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW X3 | Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 142 |
| Air Bags | 32 | 103 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 73 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 39 |
| Seats | 33 | 5 |
| Equipment | 2 | 33 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 18 |
| Power Train | 11 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 11 | 7 |
| Stalling | 8 | 31 |
| Overheating | 6 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 14 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2004 BMW X3
2004 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.