2016 Chevrolet Corvette vs 2016 Mazda MX-5
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 | 2016 Chevrolet Corvette | 2016 Mazda MX-5 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 103 | 34 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,459 | 521 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–21 | 30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 15,000 mi | 24,925 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corvette | Mazda MX-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 59 | 2 |
| Power Train | 12 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 4 |
| Engine | 6 | 2 |
| Structure | 3 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 5 |
| Steering | 4 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 0 |
2016 Chevrolet Corvette
2016 Mazda MX-5
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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.