2013 BMW 328I vs 2013 Honda Civic
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 | 2013 BMW 328I | 2013 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 257 | 315 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 633 | 74 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 24 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–26 | 25–44 |
| Median reported mileage | 67,000 mi | 33,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 39 | 111 |
| Engine | 92 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 61 | 39 |
| Service Brakes | 31 | 36 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 44 | 1 |
| Power Train | 23 | 22 |
| Steering | 8 | 37 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 18 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 13 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 30 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
2013 BMW 328I
2013 Honda Civic
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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.