1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
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 Corvette | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 44 | 153 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 30 | 134 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 42,258 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corvette | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 6 | 95 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 15 |
| Seats | 2 | 10 |
| Structure | 7 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 7 |
| Power Train | 6 | 3 |
| Tires | 8 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 0 | 9 |
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
1996 Chevrolet Corvette
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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.