1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs 1986 Pontiac Firebird
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 | 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Pontiac Firebird |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 32 | 19 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 1 |
| Investigations | 7 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–24 | 18–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Camaro | Pontiac Firebird |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 23 | 13 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
1986 Chevrolet Camaro
1986 Pontiac Firebird
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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.