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2007 Chevrolet Corvette problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 434 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 16.1 times the median Corvette year — the 2007 model ranks #5 of 62 Corvette years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Fuel System leads the complaint categories with 118 reports (27% of the total).

434

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

2

Investigations

9

Crash-involved

6

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Corvette years?

Corvette NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted716 complaints1960: 1 complaints1964: 1 complaints1965: 0 complaints1966: 1 complaints1967: 0 complaints1968: 0 complaints1969: 0 complaints1970: 0 complaints1971: 0 complaints1972: 0 complaints1973: 0 complaints1974: 0 complaints1975: 6 complaints1976: 1 complaints1977: 2 complaints1978: 1 complaints1979: 13 complaints1980: 3 complaints1981: 11 complaints1982: 0 complaints1984: 16 complaints1985: 16 complaints1986: 16 complaints1987: 25 complaints1988: 26 complaints1989: 15 complaints1990: 41 complaints1991: 28 complaints1992: 8 complaints1993: 26 complaints1994: 38 complaints1995: 48 complaints1996: 63 complaints1997: 196 complaints1998: 466 complaints1999: 389 complaints2000: 359 complaints2001: 281 complaints2002: 191 complaints2003: 126 complaints2004: 257 complaints2005: 716 complaints2006: 441 complaints2007: 434 complaints2008: 624 complaints2009: 178 complaints2010: 90 complaints2011: 98 complaints2012: 68 complaints2013: 94 complaints2014: 79 complaints2015: 72 complaints2016: 114 complaints2017: 272 complaints2018: 53 complaints2019: 151 complaints2020: 42 complaints2021: 14 complaints2022: 23 complaints2023: 32 complaints2024: 31 complaints2025: 12 complaints
Corvette 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 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System11827%
Electrical System7317%
Transmission5012%
Lighting399%
Engine286%
Airbags266%
Steering225%
Brakes215%
Body & Structure184%
Other133%
Visibility & Wipers51%
Seat Belts51%
Suspension51%
Tires & Wheels41%
Speed Control41%
Seats10%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)10%
Driver Assistance10%

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V251000LightingMay 14, 2014 · 103,158 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured March 29, 2004, through June 22, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) housing can expand and cause the headlamp low beam relay control circuit wire to bend. If the wire is repeatedly bent, it may fracture causing a loss of low beam headlamp illumination.

Consequence

The loss of low beam headlamp illumination will decrease the driver's visibility, as well as the vehicle's conspicuity to other motorists, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a jumper wire to correct this condition, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 13146. Note: Model year 2008-2013 Chevrolet Corvettes will be covered under customer satisfaction program number 14203 for the same issue.

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.

“FOLLOWING A HIGH PERFORMANCE DRIVER EDUCATION EVENT, MY 2007 CORVETTE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE TRAVELING AT LOW SPEED (APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH) ON A 2-LANE COUNTY ROAD, WITH THE FIRE ORIGINATING IN THE AREA SURROUNDING THE PASSENGER REAR (RIGHT REAR) WHEEL WELL. AS SOON AS I WAS AWARE OF THE FIRE, I STOPPED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · May 29, 2014 · fire

“ATTEMPTING TO ENTER AN EXPRESSWAY ENTRANCE RAMP, I ACCELERATED THE VEHICLE TO AVOID A CAR CLOSING RAPIDLY FROM BEHIND. THE CAR WAS HEADING STRAIGHT AND I MADE NO STEERING INPUT TO THE THE REAR END ABRUPTLY MOVED TO THE RIGHT AND I WAS UNABLE TO COUNTERSTEER SUFFICIENTLY TO AVOID HITTING A VEHICLE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 18, 2016 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. ON 4/29/07 WHILE SITTING AT A STOP LIGHT PREPARING TO DRIVE THE CLUTCH WOULD NOT ENGAGE, CAUSING THE RPMS TO INCREASE AT A HIGHER RATE. THE DRIVER SMELLED SMOKE AND OIL BURNING. THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED TWICE WITHIN THE SAME DAY. THE DEALER STATED THAT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · April 29, 2007 · fire

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR A REPAIR SHOP FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · May 10, 2013

“VALVES BROKE. CAUSING SMOKE AND OIL RELEASED ON THE HIGHWAY. VALVE GUIDES BROKE. THE ENGINE HEADS FAILED CAUSING AN ACCIDENT AND A FIRE TO THE ENGINE. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 9, 2010 · crash · fire

2007 Chevrolet Corvette — common questions

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 434 complaints put the 2007 model at #5 of 62 Corvette years. It is one of the Corvette years to avoid.

What are the most common 2007 Corvette problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (118 complaints), electrical system (73 complaints), transmission (50 complaints).

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 under NHTSA investigation?

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

Which Chevrolet Corvette years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Corvette years to avoid are 2005, 2008, 1998, 2006, 2007, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2017, 2004, 1997, 2002, 2009, 2019, 2003, 2016, 2011, 2013, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2012, 1996, 2018, 1995, 2020, 1990. The cleanest record among Corvette years belongs to 1982.

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.