1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs 1990 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 | 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 28 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 4 | 7 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 23–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corvette | Mazda MX-5 Miata |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 16 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 6 |
| Power Train | 1 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 4 |
| Seats | 1 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 |
1990 Chevrolet Corvette
1990 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.