2010 BMW 328I vs 2010 Toyota Corolla
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2010 BMW 328I | 2010 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 155 | 1,244 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 17 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 128 | 395 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 145 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 25–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 97,500 mi | 14,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 43 | 424 |
| Steering | 1 | 371 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 198 |
| Electrical System | 38 | 75 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 101 |
| Engine | 48 | 33 |
| Power Train | 4 | 49 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 40 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 28 | 14 |
| Stalling | 25 | 39 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 45 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 35 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 25 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 13 |
2010 BMW 328I
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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.