2011 BMW 135I vs 2011 Ford Fiesta
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 BMW 135I | 2011 Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 729 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 103 | 85 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 32 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 31–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 58,084 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 135I | Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 4 | 366 |
| Structure | 0 | 125 |
| Engine | 11 | 107 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 96 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 57 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 41 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 23 |
| Steering | 0 | 26 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 64 |
| Stalling | 0 | 113 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 89 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 41 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 24 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 23 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 19 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 16 |
2011 BMW 135I
2011 Ford Fiesta
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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.