2004 BMW 325CI vs 2004 Subaru Impreza
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 | 2004 BMW 325CI | 2004 Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 68 | 96 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 19 | 199 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 18–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 325CI | Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 41 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 24 |
| Power Train | 9 | 9 |
| Suspension | 0 | 17 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 1 |
| Visibility | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
2004 BMW 325CI
2004 Subaru Impreza
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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.