1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs 1998 Chevrolet Camaro
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 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 116 | 173 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 52 | 75 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Camaro | Chevrolet Camaro |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 84 |
| Power Train | 19 | 15 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 10 |
| Visibility | 9 | 9 |
| Steering | 6 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 20 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
1996 Chevrolet Camaro
1998 Chevrolet Camaro
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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.