Roof And Pillar Problems of Chevrolet Corvette - part 1

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. The dealer (ken garff Chevrolet, 548 e 1000 s, american fork, ut 84003, (801) 756-3546) was notified, but did not test drive the vehicle. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v491000 (structure); however, the vehicle exhibited the same failure listed in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 33,500.

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The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving 50 mph, the roof top blew off without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000.

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The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving 15 mph, the contact heard a thump sound on the roof of the vehicle. The contact pulled the vehicle over to inspect, but found nothing. While proceeding to drive again, the contact heard the same noise and air whistling. The contact thought the convertible roof was not latched properly and pulled over once again. The contact stated the roof was latched correctly and he decided to remove the top. Upon further investigation, the contact noticed that the frame for the top was separating from the body panel. The dealer diagnosed that the roof needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the roof of the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the glass roof top was moving out of position. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v491000 (structure). The approximate failure mileage was 89,000.

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The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving at 45 mph, the targa removable part for the roof detached from the vehicle. There were recalls for the component, but the contact's VIN was not included. The contact notified the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 95,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the hard top detached from the vehicle along with an abnormal noise that was heard. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was advised that the glue failed to hold the hard top into place. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 93,000 and the current mileage was 95,550.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Corvette z06. While driving approximately 40 mph, a loud popping noise was present. The locking mechanism for the roof top malfunctioned, causing the top to eject from the vehicle. During the incident, the passenger in the vehicle suffered a laceration to the face. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that the vehicle shook and the roof was cracked, which caused water to leak into the vehicle when it rained. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the roof needed to be repaired to avoid a bigger issue. The technician stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA to file a complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

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The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving 1 mph he heard a popping noise coming from the roof. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The failure occurred whenever the vehicle was operated. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 09v491000 (structure:body:roof and pillars). The failure mileage was 24,500. Updated 05/24/bf u[dated 06/05/12.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the roof detached from the vehicle and fell onto the freeway. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic, who stated that the hinges were faulty and caused the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. Upon searching the internet, the contact was also made aware of the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 06v181000 (structure:body:roof and pillars). The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

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I have a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette and a 2004 Chevrolet commemorative edition Corvette. Both of my vettes have had a roof leak and both cars have the fixed roof. Neither vehicles have ever been wrecked. It has caused mildew on the headliner as well as numerous problems with wiring in the car due to the leak. Because my 2000 Corvette had no warranty we fixed the problem ourselves, but my 2004 Corvette still is having a problem. I took it to the dealership because it is under warranty but the warranty would not cover the roof leak. I was wondering if there have been other people having the same problem. It seems to coincidental to have the problem on two Corvettes.

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The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contacts vehicle had an adhesive foam added to the top of the frame which was listed as part of recall 09v491000, structure body, roof and pillars. The current and failure mileages were 22000 miles.

I have a 2005 Corvette. Chevrolet has recalled 22,000 Corvettes for the roof panel. They said that the roof will break loose and could blow off. My top has broke loose because air is leaking threw. There is so much air coming in that you can not here the radio. I have called the 800 number they said my Corvette must not be on the list. I am afraid to drive my Corvette over 50 mph. Can you help me?thank you . Please e-mail me or call me.

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. He stated while driving at speeds of 40 mph the roof panel separated from the vehicle. The dealer was contacted and although recall number 09v491000, structure:body:roof and pillars was directly related to the failure, his VIN was not included. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The failure mileage was 15,000 and the current mileage was 19,000.

The contact owns a 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving approximately 50 mph on normal road conditions, the contact heard a loud whistling noise. Suddenly, the removable roof panel separated from the mounting frame of the vehicle. The driver pulled over to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle. He took the vehicle to an authorized dealer and they stated that the failure was contributed to the acrylic removable roof panel, which was replaced. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for identical failures on four separate occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the malfunctions. The failure mileage was 71,500 and current mileage was 72,500.

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The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving approximately 70 mph, the removable roof would continuously pop and there was also excessive movement. The contact located a recall for the failure under NHTSA campaign id number: 09v491000 (structure: body: roof and pillars) but was advised by the dealer and the manufacturer that his VIN was not included. The manufactured advised that they would claim the liability for the diagnostic fee. The approximate failure mileage was 8,000 and the current mileage was 12,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving 30 mph the removable roof disengaged and crashed into another vehicle. There was no police report filed. The current mileage was 15,442 and the failure mileage was unavailable.

The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving 15 mph, the hard top flew off the vehicle. The top slid down a hill and the safety bar cracked. The contact has been unable to locate a new or used top anywhere. The purchase date and powertrain were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 23,755. Updated 02-01-08 updated 02/01/08.

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The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving at a moderate speed, the roof panel detached from the vehicle. The outer shell was separated from the inside. The contact has taken the vehicle to the dealer and they keep replacing the roof panel. He stated that he would like to replace his rooftop with a different model that gm manufactures, but the dealer stated that they could only replace it with an identical rooftop. The current mileage is 16,000 and failure mileage was 3,000.

2005 Corvette coupe with the painted removable roof panel roof came apart last year was replaced and repainted with complete removable roof second roof panel flew completely off the car this may now the third roof counting the original is on the car.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact received a recall notice (the campaign number was unavailable). He stated that the roof detached from the vehicle and struck his son on the head. The roof then landed in a field on the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to the dealer in December of 2006. The dealer examined the vehicle and found nothing wrong, however they stated that if a failure was found, they would repair the vehicle under warranty. However, if the contact were to claim medical expenses, they would not offer him any assistance. He notified the manufacturer who also did not provide any assistance. The contact called the state's attorney's general office who provided further information regarding the recall pertaining to the roof failure. He stated that his son suffers from severe neck injuries. The current and failure mileages were 12,500.

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. The removable top on the vehicle was loose. While driving over a bump at any speed, the top sounds as if it will detach from the vehicle. The dealer stated that there was no safety recall on the removable top. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 8,100.

- the contact received NHTSA recall 06v181000 on 11/30/06. The contact took vehicle to r k Chevrolet at 502 n. Delsea dr. Vineland, NJ. With phone # 609-696-8400, and was told that they will not repair the vehicle. The contact informed the owner of the recall , but the owner was aware of the recall. However, he did inform the contact that he did not have to repair anyone's vehicle that he didn't want to repair. The contact tried to contact the manufacturer, but only got the voice mail. The contact stated that when purchasing the vehicle he thought that any Chevrolet dealerships could do recall repairs. Updated 01/31/07.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. While driving various speeds, the vehicle's fiberglass top separated from the removable top. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v491000 (structure). The approximate failure mileage was 31,000.

: the contact stated the center of the roof came apart while driving 65 mph. The fiberglass raised up and the adhesive was missing. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who determined that the roof needed to be replaced, however it would only be a temporary repair. There was a NHTSA recall # 06v181000 pertaining to the roof and pillars. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.

I was driving my 2006 Chevrolet Corvette at around 50 mph, and the painted roof separated from the frame. I immediately pulled over and took the roof off, and went to the chevy dealership. They informed me there was a recall, but it was usually a voluntary recall for you to go in and have it inspected, and if it checked out to be bad, they would fix it. The dealership informed me that they couldn't get a roof panel for this car for 20-30 days and that they would give me loaner and I could leave the car there. I am out of town on business, and will not be here for 20- 30 days, and my opinion would be that if the dealers know there is a recall, there should be plenty of panels available if the roof is under recall. I also believe they should replace all these panels on all VIN numbers affected. The roof panel coming loose and flying off and either damaging my vehicle, or even worse, causing a loss of life to someone in the vehicle behind me would be tragic. Chevrolet should own up to their errors and fix the problem properly, not by repairing the panels that were defective. They should be replaced.

Roof delamination on 2006 Corvette z06. It happened on the freeway and almost hit another vehicle. Gm must recall all Corvettes and fix the problem!!.

: the contact stated the roof panel detached from the vehicle. There is an NHTSA recall, # 06v181000, regarding the structure: body: roof and pillars. The vehicle VIN was not included in the recall.

The roof flew off my 2006 Chevrolet Corvette while my wife was driving down the road. The roof panel delaminated from the frame.

Shortly after delivery in Jan. 2006, my 2006 c6 Corvette coupe removable top started making creaking and popping noises. As it began to be more frequent and noisy, I took the car in for warranty service. The dealer adjusted the top hold down clamps. For awhile, it appeared that the problem was solved. However, the top has started making the same noises again. Now, I find that there is a recall on the top.

I wrote to you on 5/17/2006 about my Corvette top that flew off of my car on 4/05/2006, odi # 10157709. Now, the second top they gave me came apart. Luckily this time I saw what was happening before it blew off. I know they have recalled this top, but to have it happen 2 times is terrible!.

Roof panels on 2005 & 2006 Chevrolet coupes come loose from the roof frame and may fly off the vehicle at highway speed. My panel came loose but did not fly off. Gm / Chevrolet has parts back ordered 90 days and is only able to provide a temporary fix with no guarantee of adequacy.

Fiberglass shell of removable roof panel delaminated and separated from metal frame. Failure could result in fiberglass panel flying off of vehicle during operation, potential injury to other drivers or pedestrians. Notified dealer.

Roof panel separated from metal frame.

Roof panel separated from frame in several places.