BMW 318IS vs Ford Grand Marquis
Both cars' complete complaint records, side by side.
Read the totals carefully. NHTSA publishes no sales figures, so the car that sold more collects more complaints regardless of quality. The rows worth weighing are the proportions — the share of complaints that involved harm, and which part dominates.
| Measure | BMW 318IS | Ford Grand Marquis |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 37 | 92 |
| Model years covered | 1991–1997 | 1989–2001 |
| Worst model year | — | — |
| Best model year | — | — |
| Crashes reported | 4 | 4 |
| Fires reported | 0 | 7 |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 1 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 |
| Most complained-about part | Engine & Cooling | Engine & Cooling |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 16.2% | 13% |
BMW 318IS by year
What breaks
Engine & Cooling
18
48.6%
Electrical System
4
10.8%
Body & Structure
4
10.8%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
2
5.4%
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
2
5.4%
Transmission & Drivetrain
1
2.7%
Airbags
1
2.7%
Steering
1
2.7%
Ford Grand Marquis by year
What breaks
Engine & Cooling
19
20.7%
Electrical System
14
15.2%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
8
8.7%
Fuel & Propulsion
8
8.7%
Body & Structure
7
7.6%
Airbags
6
6.5%
Steering
5
5.4%
Brakes
4
4.3%