BMW M Roadster vs Suzuki XL-7
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 M Roadster | Suzuki XL-7 |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 88 | 219 |
| Model years covered | 1998–2008 | 2001–2006 |
| Worst model year | 2000 | 2004 |
| Best model year | 1999 | 2001 |
| Crashes reported | 13 | 39 |
| Fires reported | 9 | 9 |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 18 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 3 |
| Most complained-about part | Body & Structure | Airbags |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 25% | 31.5% |
BMW M Roadster by year
What breaks
Body & Structure
42
47.7%
Transmission & Drivetrain
13
14.8%
Suspension
8
9.1%
Engine & Cooling
5
5.7%
Airbags
5
5.7%
Equipment & Accessories
3
3.4%
Electrical System
2
2.3%
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
2
2.3%