1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1996 Mercedes-Benz C220
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 Cavalier | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C220 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 503 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 84 | 9 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 58 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–26 | 23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 89,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Mercedes-Benz C220 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 117 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 100 | 17 |
| Air Bags | 73 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 54 | 1 |
| Power Train | 54 | 0 |
| Steering | 49 | 0 |
| Suspension | 27 | 2 |
| Visibility | 27 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 36 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 0 |
| Overheating | 13 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 11 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
1996 Mercedes-Benz C220
Compare all Chevrolet Cavalier vs Mercedes-Benz C220 years →
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.