2010 Chevrolet Corvette problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 90 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.3 times the median Corvette year — the 2010 model ranks #19 of 62 Corvette years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
The trouble concentrates in one system: fuel system issues account for 54% of all reports (49 of 90), far ahead of airbags at 14.
90
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
2
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
7
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2010 compare to other Corvette years?
What are the most common 2010 Chevrolet Corvette problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 49 | 54% | ▼ down |
| Airbags | 14 | 16% | — flat |
| Electrical System | 8 | 9% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 4 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 3 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Other | 3 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 2 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 1 | 1% | — flat |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — flat |
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“I HAVE A 2010 CHEVY CORVETTE BASE MODEL WITH A GAS LEAK IT WAS PARKED IN MY GARAGE FOR A TWO WEEKS . I WENT AND PUT GAS AND NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF GAS. I DROVE THE CAR FOR A WHILE AND PUT IT BACK IN THE GARAGE THE GAS SMELL GOT WORSE I TOOK IT TO THE SHOP THEY SAID THAT THE FUEL PUMP IS LEAKING…”
“The contact's daughter owned a 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed on a rainy night, there was another unoccupied vehicle stopped side ways in the middle of the highway with no hazards lights activated. The contact stated that the front…”
“1) CHECK AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT TURNS ON INTERMITTENTLY WHEN ADJUSTING DRIVERS SEAT. FAULTY WIRING IN SEAT WIRING HARNESS. 2) CHECK AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT TURNS ON WHEN DRIVING ON HIGHWAY OR WHEN PARKED. MOVING SEAT BACK, FORWARD, UP/DOWN WILL CLEAR THE CHECK AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT, BUT WARNING RETURNS.…”
“TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE END DISINTEGRATED, CAUSING SHIFT CABLE END TO DETACH FROM FLOOR SHIFTER, CAUSING INABILITY TO PLACE CAR IN PARK, INCREASING VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY AND CRASH.”
“AUTOMATIC SHIFTER CONTROL FAILURE: SHIFTER FAILS SUDDENLY AND ONLY ALLOWS DRIVER TO SELECT N (NEUTRAL) OR D (D) DRIVE. WILL NOT ALLOW VEHICLE TO BE PUT INTO (P) PARK OR (R) REVERSE. THIS DISABLES THE DOOR CONTROLS AND THE VEHICLE CANNOT BE EXITED IN A FAST MANNER.AND PREVENTS THE DRIVER FROM…”
2010 Chevrolet Corvette — common questions
Is the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 90 complaints put the 2010 model at #19 of 62 Corvette years. It is one of the Corvette years to avoid.
What are the most common 2010 Corvette problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (49 complaints), airbags (14 complaints), electrical system (8 complaints).
Does the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.