2011 BMW 335I vs 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350
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 335I | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 97 | 223 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 135 | 141 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 51,000 mi | 59,400 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 335I | Mercedes-Benz E350 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 32 | 108 |
| Engine | 29 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 11 | 28 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 4 |
| Suspension | 1 | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 13 |
| Structure | 0 | 15 |
| Steering | 3 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 31 |
2011 BMW 335I
2011 Mercedes-Benz E350
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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.