2014 BMW 528I vs 2014 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 BMW 528I | 2014 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 57 | 980 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 350 | 168 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 52 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26 | 21–47 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,500 mi | 49,135 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 528I | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 26 | 378 |
| Engine | 14 | 179 |
| Steering | 2 | 142 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 112 |
| Power Train | 5 | 64 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 54 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 41 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 37 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 95 |
| Stalling | 0 | 58 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 25 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 22 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 22 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 22 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 19 |
2014 BMW 528I
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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.