Chevrolet

Corvette (C8)

2020-2025 · Sports Car · 2 engines
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.4)
109 NHTSA Complaints
8 Recalls
4 Fire Reports
3 Crash Reports
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Engine Reliability Ratings

LT2

6.2L 8-cyl
⚠️ Caution (2.4)
93 complaints 11.2 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

transmission
21
electrical
19
body
14
other
13
safety systems
9

Known Issues

Transmission Issues (21 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (19 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (14 complaints)

LT6

5.5L 8-cyl
Avoid (1.9)
15 complaints 5.0 per year Gasoline
3 fire reports 1 fatality
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Complaint Breakdown

fuel system
8
engine
3
electrical
3
brakes
3
wheels tires
3

Known Issues

Fuel System Issues (8 complaints)
Engine Issues (3 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (3 complaints)
Show 1 additional engine variant with limited data
These engines appear in fewer than 10 owner complaints and aren't included in the main ratings above. Low counts can mean a genuinely clean record, but they can also reflect VIN-decode anomalies in NHTSA data. Treat as informational, not as a confident rating.

Chevrolet Corvette Unidentified Engine

Recommended (4.2)
1 complaint 1.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

transmission
1

Known Issues

Transmission Issues (1 complaints)

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Chevrolet Corvette regardless of engine variant.

Transmission Issues (22 complaints)
transmission serious
Electrical System Issues (22 complaints)
electrical critical
Body/Trim Issues (14 complaints)
body moderate
Fuel System Issues (8 complaints)
fuel_system critical

Recalls (8)

25V536000Aug 20, 2025serious
Fuel System

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023–2026 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles equipped with a left-side radiator/fan combination. Excess fuel may spill into the vehicle fuel-filler pocket during refueling and leak onto an ignition source.

24V418000Jun 5, 2024serious
Seat Belts

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The driver and/or passenger seat belt retractors may lock in a stowed position and become inaccessible to occupants.

22V091000Feb 16, 2022serious
Powertrain

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The rear half-shaft assemblies may be missing one or more ball bearings, which can result in a loss of drive power.

21V421000Oct 5, 2021serious
Air Bags

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.

20V581000Sep 23, 2020serious
Seat Belts

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The driver's seat belt retractor may not lock as intended during a crash.

20V588000Sep 23, 2020serious
Service Brakes

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.

20V489000Aug 17, 2020serious
Electrical System

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. Despite visual and audible warnings, the vehicle can be driven with the front trunk lid unlatched.

20V461000Jun 7, 2020serious
Latches/Locks/Linkages

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The release button located inside the front trunk compartment may not function after the vehicle has been shut off for ten minutes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2020-2025 Chevrolet Corvette problems?

The 2020-2025 Chevrolet Corvette has accumulated 109 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Transmission, Electrical System, Body/Trim. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Chevrolet Corvette engine is most reliable?

The 2020-2025 Chevrolet Corvette was offered with 3 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 6.2L 8-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2020-2025 Chevrolet Corvette a good used car?

The 2020-2025 Chevrolet Corvette can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 109 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2020-2025 Chevrolet Corvette have?

The 2020-2025 Chevrolet Corvette has 109 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2020-2025 Chevrolet Corvette?

There are 8 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2020-2025 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Chevrolet Corvette?

Before buying a used Chevrolet Corvette, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Transmission, Electrical System, Body/Trim, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Corvette have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2020-2025 Chevrolet Corvette. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 109 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-05-23.

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