1997 Audi A4 vs 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Audi A4 | 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 98 | 540 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 94 |
| Investigations | 4 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 70 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 25 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,457 mi | 84,649 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A4 | Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 33 | 107 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 106 |
| Steering | 4 | 83 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 78 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 58 |
| Suspension | 19 | 27 |
| Visibility | 4 | 40 |
| Power Train | 5 | 26 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 51 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 15 |
| Overheating | 0 | 12 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 10 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
1997 Audi A4
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
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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.