2012 BMW 328I vs 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 328I | 2012 Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 130 | 616 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 587 | 86 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–27 | 32 |
| Median reported mileage | 81,000 mi | 45,673 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 20 | 274 |
| Structure | 1 | 128 |
| Engine | 55 | 68 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 66 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 56 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 40 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 15 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 91 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 18 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 24 |
| Overheating | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 115 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 59 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 34 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 19 |
2012 BMW 328I
2012 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.