2020 BMW 330I vs 2020 Toyota Corolla
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Oct 3, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 BMW 330I | 2020 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 53 | 306 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 306 | 201 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30 | 32–52 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 12,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 330I | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 108 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 30 |
| Power Train | 1 | 39 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 23 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 17 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 17 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 14 |
| Structure | 2 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 7 | 19 |
| Stalling | 6 | 25 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 14 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2020 BMW 330I
2020 Toyota Corolla
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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.