2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 157 | 20 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 430 | 20 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 42,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corvette | Mazda MX-5 Miata |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 59 | 0 |
| Wheels | 35 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 2 |
| Structure | 3 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
2002 Chevrolet Corvette
2002 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.