1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 44 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 30 | 14 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corvette | Mazda MX-5 Miata |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 1 |
| Tires | 8 | 1 |
| Structure | 7 | 1 |
| Power Train | 6 | 1 |
| Steering | 6 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 9 |
1996 Chevrolet Corvette
1996 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.