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2009 BMW 528I vs 2009 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.

Metric2009 BMW 528I2009 Ford Fusion
NHTSA complaints221,021
Recall campaigns26
Service bulletins (TSBs)5519
Investigations04
Crash reports165
Fire reports15
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)2120–23
Median reported mileage98,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentBMW 528IFord Fusion
Service Brakes2472
Air Bags1359
Service Brakes, Hydraulic060
Structure142
Engine830
Vehicle Speed Control133
Electrical System423
Power Train020

Symptoms owners describe

Brake problems063
Stalling024
Check engine light013
Hesitation / surging012
Vibration / shaking09
Rust / corrosion07
Loss of power05
Airbag warning light05

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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.