BMW 318TI vs Four Winds Four Winds
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 318TI | Four Winds Four Winds |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 31 | 77 |
| Model years covered | 1995–1999 | 1992–2002 |
| Worst model year | — | 1998 |
| Best model year | — | 2000 |
| Crashes reported | 2 | 1 |
| Fires reported | 0 | 1 |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 4 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 |
| Most complained-about part | Windows, Mirrors & Wipers | Tires |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 9.7% | 7.8% |
BMW 318TI by year
What breaks
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
7
22.6%
Tires
4
12.9%
Transmission & Drivetrain
3
9.7%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
3
9.7%
Engine & Cooling
2
6.5%
Electrical System
2
6.5%
Suspension
2
6.5%
Lights
2
6.5%
Four Winds Four Winds by year
What breaks
Tires
28
36.4%
Transmission & Drivetrain
6
7.8%
Body & Structure
6
7.8%
Fuel & Propulsion
6
7.8%
Equipment & Accessories
6
7.8%
Brakes
5
6.5%
Engine & Cooling
4
5.2%
Suspension
4
5.2%