2001 BMW 330CI vs 2001 Toyota Celica
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 | 2001 BMW 330CI | 2001 Toyota Celica |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 82 | 47 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 17 | 101 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 23–28 |
| Median reported mileage | 112,171 mi | 90,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 330CI | Toyota Celica |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 17 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 14 |
| Power Train | 11 | 5 |
| Structure | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 4 | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 8 |
2001 BMW 330CI
2001 Toyota Celica
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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.