2008 BMW 535XI vs 2008 Ford Fusion
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 535XI | 2008 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 71 | 1,353 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 6 | 21 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 53 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 93,003 mi | 98,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 535XI | Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 13 | 638 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 479 |
| Structure | 3 | 82 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 74 |
| Engine | 16 | 39 |
| Power Train | 8 | 47 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 28 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 24 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 7 |
| Stalling | 5 | 20 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 12 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 55 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 29 |
2008 BMW 535XI
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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.