2010 BMW 528I vs 2010 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 | 2010 BMW 528I | 2010 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 65 | 5,126 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 62 | 56 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 122 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 19–39 |
| Median reported mileage | 100,000 mi | 72,876 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 528I | Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 1,659 |
| Power Train | 9 | 894 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 793 |
| Engine | 16 | 700 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 590 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 484 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 435 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 324 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 552 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 501 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 371 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 268 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 226 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 152 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 85 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 67 |
2010 BMW 528I
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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.