1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle
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 | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 173 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 75 | 63 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 21–38 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Camaro | Volkswagen New Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 84 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 1 |
| Power Train | 15 | 1 |
| Visibility | 9 | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
1998 Chevrolet Camaro
1998 Volkswagen New Beetle
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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.