2007 BMW 525I vs 2007 Toyota Camry
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 | 2007 BMW 525I | 2007 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 72 | 2,885 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 57 | 379 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 270 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 63 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 23–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 525I | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 510 |
| Structure | 3 | 403 |
| Engine | 6 | 377 |
| Visibility | 0 | 323 |
| Power Train | 4 | 266 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 230 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 228 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 217 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 271 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 189 |
| Stalling | 0 | 105 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 61 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 57 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 43 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 28 |
2007 BMW 525I
2007 Toyota Camry
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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.