1999 BMW 328I vs 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier
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 | 1999 BMW 328I | 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 98 | 240 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 15 | 112 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 22–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 106,400 mi | 64,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | Chevrolet Cavalier |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 37 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 47 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 45 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 44 |
| Power Train | 12 | 20 |
| Steering | 1 | 31 |
| Suspension | 10 | 11 |
| Structure | 11 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| 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 328I
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.