2007 BMW 328I vs 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 BMW 328I | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 398 | 212 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 124 | 67 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 28 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 81,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | Mercedes-Benz C230 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 105 | 52 |
| Electrical System | 128 | 14 |
| Engine | 65 | 29 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 55 |
| Steering | 56 | 4 |
| Power Train | 7 | 51 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 35 | 7 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 36 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 37 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 18 | 0 |
| Overheating | 16 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 15 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 24 |
| Steering problems | 12 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 10 |
| Electrical failures | 10 | 0 |
2007 BMW 328I
2007 Mercedes-Benz C230
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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.