2008 BMW 335XI vs 2008 Toyota Corolla
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 | 2008 BMW 335XI | 2008 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 61 | 313 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 128 | 156 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 74 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 29–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,225 mi | 44,261 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 335XI | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 | 138 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 54 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 21 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 33 |
| Engine | 13 | 21 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 17 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 17 |
| Power Train | 4 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 11 | 5 |
| Stalling | 8 | 22 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 16 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 12 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
2008 BMW 335XI
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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.