2016 BMW 328I vs 2016 Ford Focus
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 | 2016 BMW 328I | 2016 Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 56 | 1,176 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 387 | 198 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–27 | 29–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 28,500 mi | 63,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 8 | 671 |
| Engine | 15 | 232 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 165 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 81 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 49 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 60 |
| Steering | 3 | 45 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 36 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 248 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 219 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 202 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 131 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 59 |
| Overheating | 0 | 56 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 36 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 33 |
2016 BMW 328I
2016 Ford Focus
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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.