2013 Chevrolet Corvette problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 94 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.5 times the median Corvette year — the 2013 model ranks #18 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 51% of all reports (48 of 94), far ahead of airbags at 10.
94
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2013 compare to other Corvette years?
What are the most common 2013 Chevrolet Corvette problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 48 | 51% | ▲ up |
| Airbags | 10 | 11% | — flat |
| Engine | 8 | 9% | ▲ up |
| Tires & Wheels | 6 | 6% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 5 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 3 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Brakes | 3 | 3% | — flat |
| Steering | 3 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Suspension | 3 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Other | 2 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“car only has 31,000 miles on it and it's leaking gas from the top of the gas tank. will need fuel pump replaced. not a safe thing to have cheap parks, spilling gas over the exhaust pipes. MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE TO ME! anti lock brake system is also giving issues for a couple years now, noted by…”
“1. Strong fuel smell when the car is parked in garage. Believe it is coming from top of driver's side fuel tank. Vapor is so strong I'm afraid it will explode. Doesn't matter if tank is full or empty. 2. Seat belt air bag warning light is on in the driver's cluster unit. Car only has 35,000 miles.…”
“I EXPERIENCED A TOTAL ENGINE FAILURE CAUSING MY NEARLY NEW VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY LOSE POWER AND STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. AFTER HAVING IT TOWED BACK TO THE DEALER I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS SOME KIND OF FAILURE DEALING WITH THE VALVES INSIDE OF THE ENGINE…”
“THREE WHEELS HAVE CRACKED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE 2 ORIGINAL 20 INCH REAR WHEELS INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS CRACKED, LEAKED AIR AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. NOW ONE OF THOSE REPLACEMENT WHEELS HAS CRACKED, LEAKS AIR AND HAS TO BE REPLACED. IN ALL CASES THERE HAVE BEEN NO EVENTS CONCURRENT WITH THE…”
“MAGNETIC SHOCKS ARE LEAKING AT ONLY 24,000 MILES. DEALER SAYS THEY NEED TO BE REPLACED OUT OF WARRANTY AT OVER $400 PER SHOCK.”
2013 Chevrolet Corvette — common questions
Is the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 94 complaints put the 2013 model at #18 of 62 Corvette years. It is one of the Corvette years to avoid.
What are the most common 2013 Corvette problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (48 complaints), airbags (10 complaints), engine (8 complaints).
Does the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2013 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.