1999 BMW 323I vs 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier
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 | 1999 BMW 323I | 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 136 | 240 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 16 | 112 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 22–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 106,000 mi | 64,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 323I | Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 45 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 47 |
| Power Train | 33 | 20 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 45 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 44 |
| Steering | 3 | 31 |
| Structure | 14 | 8 |
| Visibility | 6 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 8 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 18 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
1999 BMW 323I
1999 Chevrolet Cavalier
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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.