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Corvette
Chevrolet Corvette: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
Licensed photo · Photo creditMakeChevrolet
ClassTwo-seater
Model years (US)2000–2027
New registrations (EU)2000–2025
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Chevrolet Corvette (C8)2020–present
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | February 2020–present |
| Model years | 2020–present |
| Body styles | 2-door targa top coupe 2-door retractable hardtop convertible |
| Layout | Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive Rear mid-engine, four-wheel-drive (E-Ray, Grand Sport X, and ZR1X) |
| Platform | General Motors Y2XX |
| Engines | 6.2 L LT2 crossplane OHV V8 (2020–2026) 6.7 L LS6 crossplane OHV V8 (2027–) 5.5 L LT6 flat-plane DOHC V8 5.5 L LT7 twin-turbo flat-plane DOHC V8 |
| Electric motor | 1x Permanent magnet synchronous motor (E-Ray, Grand Sport X and ZR1X) |
| Transmissions | Tremec TR-9080 DCT 8-speed dual clutch transmission |
| Drivetrain | Through the Road Hybrid (E-Ray, Grand Sport X and ZR1X) |
| Battery | 1.9 kWh 300 V (E-Ray, Grand Sport X and ZR1X) |
| Wheelbase | 2,723 mm |
| Length | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,933 mm |
| Height | 1,234 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,654 kg Stingray 1,663 kg Z06 1,738 kg ZR1 1,798 kg E-Ray 1,888 kg ZR1X |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Assembly | United States: Bowling Green, Kentucky (Bowling Green Assembly Plant) |
| Designer | Tom Peters (2015) |
Chevrolet Corvette (C7)2013–2019
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | September 2013 – July 2017 (due to temporary shutdown of plant) November 2017 – November 2019 |
| Model years | 2014–2019 |
| Body styles | 2-door targa top coupe 2-door convertible |
| Layout | Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
| Platform | Y-body |
| Engines | 6.2 L LT1 V8 6.2 L LT4 supercharged V8 (Z06) 6.2 L LT5 supercharged V8 (ZR1) |
| Transmissions | 7-speed Tremec TR-6070 manual 6-speed GM 6L80 automatic (2014) 8-speed GM 8L90 automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm |
| Length | 4,493 mm |
| Width | 1,877 mm |
| Height | 1,234 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,518 kg (Base) 1,562 kg (Z51) 1,598 kg (Z06) 1,615 kg (ZR1) |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Assembly | United States: Bowling Green, Kentucky |
| Designer | Hwasup Lee |
Chevrolet Corvette (C6)2004–2013
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | June 2004 – February 28, 2013 |
| Model years | 2005–2013 |
| Body styles | 2-door coupe (Z06 and ZR1 only) 2-door convertible 2-door targa top |
| Layout | Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
| Platform | Y-body/GMX245 |
| Engines | 6.0 L LS2 V8 6.2 L LS3 V8 7.0 L LS7 V8 6.2 L LS9 supercharged V8 |
| Transmissions | 6-speed Borg-Warner T-56 manual 6-speed Tremec TR-6060 manual 4-speed 4L65-E automatic (only for 2005) 6-speed 6L80 automatic (2006–2013) |
| Wheelbase | 2,682 mm |
| Length | 4,435 mm 4,460 mm (Z06, ZR1) |
| Width | 1,844 mm 1,928 mm (Grand Sport, Z06, ZR1) |
| Height | Coupe: 1,245 mm 2005–06 Convertible: 1,250 mm 2007–09 Convertible: 1,247 mm Z06 Coupe: 1,245 mm 2010– Convertible: 1,237 mm |
| Kerb weight | Z51: 1,485 kg Grandsport: 1,501 kg Z06: 1,427 kg Z06 Z07: 1,394 kg ZR1: 1,520 kg |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Assembly | United States: Bowling Green, Kentucky (Bowling Green Assembly Plant) |
| Designer | Tom Peters (2001) |
Chevrolet Corvette (C5)1996–2004
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | October 1, 1996 – July 2, 2004 |
| Model years | 1997–2004 |
| Body styles | 2-door coupé (1997–2004) 2-door convertible (1998–2004) 2-door hardtop (1999–2004) |
| Layout | Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
| Platform | Y-body |
| Engines | 5.7 L LS1 V8 5.7 L LS6 V8 (Z06: 2001–04) |
| Transmissions | 6-speed manual T-56 4-speed automatic 4L60E |
| Wheelbase | 2,654 mm |
| Length | 4,564 mm |
| Width | 1,869 mm |
| Height | 1,212 mm Convertible: 1,214 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,472 kg Convertible: 1,473 kg Hardtop: 1,439 kg |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Assembly | United States: Bowling Green, Kentucky (Bowling Green Assembly Plant) |
| Designer | John Cafaro (1993) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–2027 | 5.5 L, 8 cyl | 8-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2026–2027 | 5.5 L, 8 cyl hybrid | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2027 | 6.7 L, 8 cyl | 8-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2027 | 6.7 L, 8 cyl hybrid | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2015–2022, 2024–2026 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl | 8-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2024–2026 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl hybrid | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2023 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl | 8-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2014–2019 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl | 7-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2008–2009, 2014 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2010–2013 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2008–2013 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2010–2013 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| +6 more configurations |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–2027 | 5.5 L, 8 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 15.7–16.8 L/100 km | 19.6 L/100 km | 11.2–13.1 L/100 km |
| 2026–2027 | 5.5 L, 8 cyl hybrid · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 16.8 L/100 km | 19.6 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| 2027 | 6.7 L, 8 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 9.4–10.2 L/100 km |
| 2027 | 6.7 L, 8 cyl hybrid · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 13.1 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| 2015–2026 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 11.8–15.7 L/100 km | 14.7–19.6 L/100 km | 8.1–11.8 L/100 km |
| 2024–2026 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl hybrid · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 12.4 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| 2014–2019 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl · 7-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 11.2–15.7 L/100 km | 13.8–18.1 L/100 km | 8.4–12.4 L/100 km |
| 2008–2014 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 11.8–13.1 L/100 km | 14.7–15.7 L/100 km | 8.7–9.8 L/100 km |
| 2008–2013 | 6.2 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 12.4–14.7 L/100 km | 14.7–16.8 L/100 km | 9.0–11.8 L/100 km |
| 2006–2013 | 7.0 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 13.1 L/100 km | 15.7–16.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| 2006–2007 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 12.4 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| 2005–2007 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 12.4 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| +3 more configurations |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
EU type-approval data
| Years | Powertrain | Engine | Power | Mass | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–2025 | Petrol | 5460 cm³ | 475 kW (646 PS) | 1789–1833 kg | 377 g/km (WLTP) |
| 2021–2025 | Petrol | 6162 cm³ | 354 kW (481 PS) | 1730–1767 kg | 277–293 g/km (WLTP) |
| 2020–2021, 2023 | Petrol | 6162 cm³ | 369 kW (502 PS) | 1640–1671 kg | 298–300 g/km (WLTP) |
| 2014–2019 | Petrol | 6162 cm³ | 343 kW (466 PS) | 1614–1696 kg | 279–284 g/km (NEDC) |
| 2015–2019 | Petrol | 6162 cm³ | 485 kW (659 PS) | 1734 kg | 291–322 g/km (NEDC) |
| 2011–2015 | Petrol | 7011 cm³ | 377 kW (513 PS) | 1508–1609 kg | 325 g/km (NEDC) |
| 2011–2014 | Petrol | 6162 cm³ | 321 kW (436 PS) | 1536–1619 kg | 293–321 g/km (NEDC) |
| 2011–2013 | Petrol | 6162 cm³ | 476 kW (647 PS) | 1598–1600 kg | 331–355 g/km (NEDC) |
| 2010 | Petrol | 5967 cm³ | – | 1535–1598 kg | 309 g/km (NEDC) |
Years are registration years. Each range runs from the 10th to the 90th percentile of the values reported for new registrations; it is not an average. Mass is the mass in running order. For electric cars the power is the type-approval net power, which can be lower than the peak power in brochures.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Two-seater |
| Model years in EPA data | 2000–2027 |
| Powertrains | Petrol, Hybrid |
| Engine displacement | 5.5–7.0 L |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Transmission types | Automatic, Manual |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive, All-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (premium), Petrol (regular) |
| Configurations listed | 93 |
| Forced induction | Turbo- and supercharged (on some versions) |
| Start-stop system | On some versions |
| Passenger volume (EPA) | 1,416–1,444 L |
| Powertrains (EU) | Petrol |
| Engine displacement (EU) | 5,460–6,162 cm³ |
| Power (EU) | 321–485 kW (436–659 PS) |
| Mass in running order (EU) | 1,536–1,833 kg |
| Wheelbase (EU) | 2,686–2,722 mm |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2000–2027 |
| New registrations (EU) | 2000–2025 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel and propulsion | 1132 | 2004, 2007, 2008 |
| Steering | 599 | 2000, 2001, 2005 |
| Wheels | 548 | 2016, 2017, 2019 |
| Electrical system | 408 | 2005, 2006, 2008 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 332 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Engine and cooling | 322 | 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Lights | 307 | 2005, 2006, 2008 |
| Stability and traction control | 292 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Brakes | 253 | 2000, 2005, 2006 |
| Airbags | 196 | 2005, 2007, 2008 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2000–2024: 4172 complaints, 111 with a crash and 30 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.
Recalls
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