2012 BMW 328I vs 2012 Mercedes-Benz E350
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 Mercedes-Benz E350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 130 | 215 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 587 | 147 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–27 | 22–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 81,000 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | Mercedes-Benz E350 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 26 | 84 |
| Engine | 55 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 18 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 27 |
| Power Train | 20 | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 0 |
| Seats | 8 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 8 |
| Overheating | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 30 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
2012 BMW 328I
2012 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.