2007 BMW 335I vs 2007 Ford Focus
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 | 2007 BMW 335I | 2007 Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 288 | 391 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 118 | 19 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 60 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 23–27 |
| Median reported mileage | 48,500 mi | 53,019 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 335I | Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 38 | 118 |
| Electrical System | 51 | 85 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 96 | 8 |
| Power Train | 13 | 43 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 20 | 30 |
| Engine | 34 | 6 |
| Steering | 18 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 50 | 0 |
| Stalling | 36 | 21 |
| Vibration / shaking | 19 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 14 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 5 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 7 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
2007 BMW 335I
2007 Ford Focus
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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.