2005 BMW 325CI vs 2005 Mazda RX-8
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 | 2005 BMW 325CI | 2005 Mazda RX-8 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 31 | 162 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 179 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 63,400 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 325CI | Mazda RX-8 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 0 | 54 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 22 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 28 |
| Steering | 1 | 17 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 11 |
| Engine | 1 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 13 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
2005 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.