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2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 sits mid-pack among Corvette Z06 years: 51 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 54, with a single recall and 2 closed investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: engine issues account for 53% of all reports (27 of 51), far ahead of electrical system at 5.

51

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

2

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Corvette Z06 years?

Corvette Z06 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted62 complaints2005: 6 complaints2006: 62 complaints2007: 51 complaints2008: 56 complaints
Corvette Z06 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine2753%
Electrical System510%
Transmission48%
Lighting48%
Steering36%
Tires & Wheels36%
Fuel System36%
Brakes12%
Other12%

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

09V491000Body & StructureDecember 23, 2009 · 22,090 units

Defect

GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2007 CORVETTE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A REMOVABLE ROOF AND MODEL YEAR 2006 AND 2007 CORVETTE Z06 VEHICLES. THE ADHESIVE BETWEEN THE ROOF PANEL AND THE FRAME MAY SEPARATE. IF THERE IS A PARTIAL SEPARATION, THE DRIVER MAY NOTICE ONE OR MORE SYMPTOMS, SUCH AS A SNAPPING NOISE WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS, WIND NOISE, POOR ROOF PANEL FIT, ROOF PANEL MOVEMENT/BOUNCE WHEN A DOOR OR HATCH IS CLOSED, OR A WATER LEAK IN THE HEADLINER.

Consequence

IF THERE IS A COMPLETE SEPARATION, THE ROOF PANEL MAY DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN, IT COULD STRIKE A FOLLOWING VEHICLE AND CAUSE INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW DESIGN ROOF PANEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 OR AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“VALVE BROKE AND LOCKED UP ENGINE. CAR SKIDDED OFF HIGHWAY AND WAS DESTROYED. I WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AND IT WAS RAINING. NO INDICATION OF PROBLEM BEFORE EVENT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 17, 2017 · crash

“THE LAST 2 DAYS WHEN I DRIVE AT NIGHT THE HEADLIGHTS (LOW BEAMS) SHUT OFF. I SWITCH TO THE HIGH BEAMS AND THEY WORK. THIS HAS HAPPENED IN THE DARK AND IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE IT HAPPENS ABOUT 30 OR 40 MINUTES AFTER DRIVING THE CAR. I LET THE CAR SIT FOR 4 OR 5 HOURS AND THEN COME BACK AND THEY START…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 7, 2018

“ABNORMAL VALVE GUIDE WEAR IN CYLINDER HEADS CONSIDERING AGE AND MILEAGE OF VEHICLE. POTENTIAL CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE FROM DROPPED VALVE IF NOT ADDRESSED. CHEVROLET SHOULD FIX WHETHER VEHICLE STILL IN WARRANTY OR NOT AS IS BELIEVED TO BE POOR QUALITY CONTROL RESULTING IN MACHINING ERRORS. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · January 7, 2015

“THE LOW BEAMS RANDOMLY STOP WORKING, AFTER THE ENGINE HEATS UP TO OPERATING TEMPERATURE, AND ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. THE BEHAVIOR THEN REPEATS EVERY TIME THE CAR IS USED (NOT A ONE-TIME EVENT). I, AND OTHER OWNERS HAVE IDENTIFIED A COMMON CIRCUIT ISSUE IN THE HEADLAMP CONTROLS, WHICH IS ONLY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · December 29, 2011

“WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD AT APROX. 45MPH, MY CAR EXHAUST VALVE DROPPED IN THE MOTOR CAUSING IMMEDIATE ENGINE FAILURE ALSO CREATING POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES TO STOP WORKING IMMEDIATELY. THIS SAME EXHAUST VALVE ISSUES OCCURRED WITH MANY OTHER GM CORVETTES WITH THE 7.0LITER Z06 MOTOR. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · September 13, 2014

2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 — common questions

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 reliable?

It is close to typical for the Corvette Z06: 51 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and 2 investigations on file.

What are the most common 2007 Corvette Z06 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (27 complaints), electrical system (5 complaints), lighting (4 complaints).

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.