2011 BMW 528I vs 2011 Toyota Camry
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 | 2011 BMW 528I | 2011 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 117 | 597 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 341 | 400 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 106 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25 | 23–33 |
| Median reported mileage | 76,500 mi | 50,200 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 528I | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 92 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 70 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 71 |
| Power Train | 25 | 49 |
| Engine | 33 | 36 |
| Structure | 2 | 61 |
| Suspension | 4 | 44 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 32 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 22 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 12 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 17 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2011 BMW 528I
2011 Toyota Camry
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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.