2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs 2008 smart Fortwo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 smart Fortwo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 540 | 140 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,028 | 50 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 27 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 36 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,035 mi | 41,179 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corvette | smart Fortwo |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 356 | 8 |
| Power Train | 31 | 32 |
| Electrical System | 39 | 20 |
| Engine | 21 | 33 |
| Exterior Lighting | 46 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 20 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
2008 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.