2008 BMW 328XI vs 2008 Honda Accord
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 | 2008 BMW 328XI | 2008 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 99 | 1,520 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 126 | 109 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 62 |
| Fire reports | 18 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 20–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,300 mi | 29,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328XI | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 451 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 379 |
| Engine | 32 | 210 |
| Electrical System | 46 | 104 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 113 |
| Power Train | 6 | 70 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 0 | 58 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 56 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 50 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 66 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 62 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 50 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 38 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 32 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 27 |
2008 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.