2008 BMW 535I vs 2008 Nissan Altima
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 | 2008 BMW 535I | 2008 Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 74 | 1,028 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 117 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 53 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 22–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,250 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 535I | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 1 | 312 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 168 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 142 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 90 |
| Power Train | 6 | 80 |
| Engine | 27 | 54 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 57 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 13 | 15 |
| Overheating | 11 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 25 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 9 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 51 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 21 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 15 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 14 |
2008 BMW 535I
2008 Nissan Altima
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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.