2008 BMW Z4 vs 2008 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 | 2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 540 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 1,028 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 49,035 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW Z4 | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 356 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 46 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 39 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 24 |
| Power Train | 0 | 31 |
| Engine | 1 | 21 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 20 |
| Steering | 5 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 9 |
| Stalling | 0 | 14 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
2008 BMW Z4
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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.