1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs 1999 Porsche Boxster
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 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Porsche Boxster |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 308 | 28 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 151 | 153 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 17–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 45,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corvette | Porsche Boxster |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 194 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 19 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 16 |
| Power Train | 12 | 1 |
| Seats | 12 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 9 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 25 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 24 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
1999 Chevrolet Corvette
1999 Porsche Boxster
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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.