Automatic Transmission problems of the 1998 Chevrolet Corvette

Two problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Automatic Transmission problem

Failure Date: 02/16/2001

Consumer was traveling about 70mph on highway without prior warning and vehicle decelerated to 20mph. He was able to pulll over to shoulder s to prevent an accident dealership mechanic told consumer that vehicle went into leap mode to protect engine. Problem is still exists.

2 Automatic Transmission problem

Failure Date: 04/17/1999

Dealer contacted twice, nothing done. . Letter to gm, told to go back to dealer. No safety defect mentioned in summary.




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