Chevrolet

Corvette (C8)

2020-2025 · Sports Car · 2 engines
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.6)
109 NHTSA Complaints
8 Recalls
4 Fire Reports
3 Crash Reports
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NHTSA Safety Ratings About NHTSA ratings

Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Not Available LDW: Not Available
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: Not Available LDW: Not Available
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No

Engine Reliability Ratings

LT2

6.2L 8-cyl
⚠️ Caution (2.6)
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
⚠️ Caution (2.0)
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)

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Chevrolet Corvette regardless of engine variant.

Electrical System Issues (22 complaints)
electrical critical
Transmission Issues (21 complaints)
transmission serious
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 Electrical System, Transmission, Body/Trim. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Chevrolet Corvette engine is most reliable?

The 2020-2025 Chevrolet Corvette was offered with 2 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 solid used car purchase 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 Electrical System, Transmission, 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.

What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the Corvette?

The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette received an overall N/A-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: N/A stars. Side crash: N/A stars. Rollover: N/A stars. Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: Standard. Lane Departure Warning: Standard. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 109 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-07.

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