2006 BMW 525XI vs 2006 Nissan Altima
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 | 2006 BMW 525XI | 2006 Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 28 | 824 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 54 | 79 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 43 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 121,000 mi | 91,675 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 525XI | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 0 | 221 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 189 |
| Engine | 3 | 166 |
| Power Train | 1 | 79 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 72 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 43 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 38 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 24 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 202 |
| Stalling | 0 | 123 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 72 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 59 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 28 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 17 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 15 |
2006 BMW 525XI
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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.