2004 BMW X3 vs 2004 Honda Pilot
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 | 2004 BMW X3 | 2004 Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 138 | 544 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 60 | 235 |
| Investigations | 1 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 105,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW X3 | Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 142 |
| Seats | 33 | 85 |
| Air Bags | 32 | 81 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 60 |
| Structure | 8 | 42 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 28 |
| Suspension | 5 | 27 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 11 | 14 |
| Stalling | 8 | 21 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 72 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 25 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 9 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 6 |
2004 BMW X3
2004 Honda Pilot
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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.