Structure Problems of Chevrolet Corvette

Chevrolet Corvette owners have reported 187 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's roof and pillar (84 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (69 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Chevrolet Corvette


Recently reported Structure problems of Chevrolet Corvette

The Roof And Pillar problem

Tl the contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving 45 mph and above, the contact heard the sound of air coming through the roof panel, which was not structurally connected. The contact was uncertain if the roof panel would fracture without warning while the vehicle was in operation.   Read details...

The Body problem

The electronically-activated hood release, latching mechanism on my 2024 Chevrolet Corvette VIN 1g1ya2d42r5116964 has been repeatedly malfunctioning since August, 2025. The hood either pops open of its own accord or it will not close securely, leaving the occupants of the vehicle to speculate if   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v491000 (structure). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the contact was informed that the recall part was no longer available.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

Rear chassis suspension mount failure (upper control arm breaks from chassis). This appears to be as a result of improper weld penetration when the chassis was first assembled. The weak weld eventually let go   Read details...

The Door problem

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that the vehicle was making an abnormal noise. The dealer diagnosed that the clutch and rear axle needed to be replaced. The contact could not determine if the failure was repaired.   Read details...




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