2009 BMW 535I vs 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 535I | 2009 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 71 | 1,290 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 70 | 425 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 150 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 19 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 23–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,717 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 535I | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 266 |
| Engine | 21 | 207 |
| Structure | 0 | 223 |
| Visibility/wiper | 0 | 92 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 81 |
| Suspension | 2 | 70 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 66 |
| Power Train | 6 | 50 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 18 | 0 |
| Stalling | 13 | 43 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 14 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 25 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 96 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 35 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 13 |
2009 BMW 535I
2009 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.