2013 BMW 128I vs 2013 Mercedes-Benz E350
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 | 2013 BMW 128I | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 161 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 14 | 150 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 45,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 128I | Mercedes-Benz E350 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 24 | 47 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 29 |
| Structure | 3 | 18 |
| Engine | 4 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 12 |
| Suspension | 0 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 9 |
| Steering | 0 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 34 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 6 |
2013 BMW 128I
2013 Mercedes-Benz E350
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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.