1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 308 | 74 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 151 | 10 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 45,000 mi | 41,730 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corvette | Mazda MX-5 Miata |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 194 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 16 |
| Power Train | 12 | 10 |
| Seat Belts | 19 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 11 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 5 |
| Seats | 12 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 25 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 24 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
1999 Chevrolet Corvette
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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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.