1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs 1999 Chevrolet Prizm
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 Prizm | 1999 Chevrolet Prizm |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 36 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 22 | 30 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–29 | 26–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Prizm | Chevrolet Prizm |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 6 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 |
| Tires | 3 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 5 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 |
1998 Chevrolet Prizm
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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.