2012 BMW 335I vs 2012 Ford Fiesta
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 | 2012 BMW 335I | 2012 Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 616 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 556 | 86 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 45,673 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 335I | Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 0 | 274 |
| Structure | 0 | 128 |
| Engine | 4 | 68 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 66 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 56 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 40 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 15 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 115 |
| Stalling | 0 | 91 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 59 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 34 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 24 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 19 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 19 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 18 |
2012 BMW 335I
2012 Ford Fiesta
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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.