2011 BMW M3 vs 2011 Ford Fiesta
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 M3 | 2011 Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 31 | 729 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 110 | 85 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 32 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 31–32 |
| Median reported mileage | 43,300 mi | 58,084 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW M3 | Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 4 | 366 |
| Structure | 2 | 125 |
| Engine | 16 | 107 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 96 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 57 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 41 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 23 |
| Steering | 1 | 26 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 113 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 89 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 64 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 41 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 24 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 23 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 19 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 16 |
2011 BMW M3
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.