1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1999 Honda Civic
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 240 | 338 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 112 | 144 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 27 | 61 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–25 | 25–30 |
| Median reported mileage | 64,000 mi | 122,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 47 | 118 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 58 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 44 | 30 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 45 | 16 |
| Power Train | 20 | 35 |
| Steering | 31 | 2 |
| Visibility | 15 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 65 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 10 |
1999 Chevrolet Cavalier
1999 Honda Civic
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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.