2007 BMW 328XI vs 2007 Saturn Ion
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 328XI | 2007 Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 198 | 876 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 125 | 834 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 38 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,000 mi | 66,778 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328XI | Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 25 | 408 |
| Electrical System | 61 | 215 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 130 |
| Air Bags | 40 | 65 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 79 |
| Engine | 36 | 34 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 26 | 5 |
| Power Train | 10 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 38 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 13 |
| Overheating | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 24 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 97 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 41 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 18 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 6 |
2007 BMW 328XI
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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.