2002 Acura RSX vs 2002 BMW 325CI
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 | 2002 Acura RSX | 2002 BMW 325CI |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 75 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 16 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–26 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 46,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RSX | BMW 325CI |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 14 | 22 |
| Power Train | 20 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2002 Acura RSX
2002 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.