2013 BMW 128I vs 2013 Ford Fiesta
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 BMW 128I | 2013 Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 667 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 14 | 89 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 36,003 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 128I | Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 391 |
| Engine | 4 | 109 |
| Structure | 3 | 78 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 62 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 47 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 43 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 124 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 117 |
| Stalling | 0 | 81 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 38 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 38 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 28 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 25 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 12 |
2013 BMW 128I
2013 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.