2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs 2002 Ford Thunderbird
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 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 157 | 93 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 430 | 63 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 17 |
| Median reported mileage | 42,500 mi | 37,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corvette | Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 59 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 21 |
| Wheels | 35 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 24 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 11 |
| Engine | 0 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 15 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
2002 Chevrolet Corvette
2002 Ford Thunderbird
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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.