2001 BMW Z3 vs 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
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 | 2001 BMW Z3 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 203 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 6 | 402 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 19–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 42,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW Z3 | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 0 | 87 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 25 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 25 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 16 |
| Wheels | 0 | 16 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 15 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 11 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
2001 BMW Z3
2001 Chevrolet Corvette
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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.