2001 BMW 325CI vs 2001 Lexus IS 300
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 | 2001 BMW 325CI | 2001 Lexus IS 300 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 49 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 16 | 70 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 105,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 325CI | Lexus IS 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 13 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 3 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 |
| Suspension | 3 | 4 |
| Structure | 5 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 0 |
2001 BMW 325CI
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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.