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2019 Chevrolet Corvette problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 151 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 5.6 times the median Corvette year — the 2019 model ranks #14 of 62 Corvette years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: tires & wheels issues account for 83% of all reports (125 of 151), far ahead of transmission at 10.

151

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Corvette years?

Corvette NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 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, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Chevrolet Corvette problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels12583%
Transmission107%
Engine43%
Steering32%
Fuel System21%
Seat Belts11%
Body & Structure11%
Other11%
Electrical System11%
Latches & Locks11%
Lighting11%
Brakes11%

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?

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

18V360000AirbagsMay 31, 2018 · 498 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 vehicles. Hard braking or acceleration may cause the sensing diagnostic module (SDM) to enter a fault state. As a result, the SDM will not provide crash sensing or deploy the necessary air bags in the event of a crash.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the air bags do not deploy as designed, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18195.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE INNER SECTION OF THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL/RIM WAS CRACKED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. MATICK CHEVROLET (14001 TELEGRAPH RD, REDFORD, MI) WAS CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · September 1, 2019

“A 2019 Corvette with 3,400 miles began to demonstrate a transmission torque converter shutter. This became rapidly and progressively worse causing driving to resemble being on a washboard road surface. The servicing dealer was familiar with the problem with this transmission and did resolve the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 2, 2025

“Engine needed to be replaced and it was but new engine misfiring and throwing knock codes and misfire codes. Contacted General Motors only to be told they can’t do anything about it and that’s unacceptable. Case number [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 2, 2025

“LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST AT 198, 213, 268, 305, AND 314 MILES. VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW ON JUNE 29, 2019 AND NOW HAS 322 MILES ON IT. INCIDENTS OCCURRED WHILE BACKING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY, CHANGING LANES ON THE HIGHWAY AT 50 MPH, ON A HIGHWAY CURVE AT 55 MPH, ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET AT 25 MPH,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · July 2, 2019

“Bad smell of gas while parked in garage. Looked underneath and was leaking fuel. Looked online early c7 corvette 15-18 has a special recall for the fuel receiver and tank because it was leaking. Gm actually extended one of the warranties because of it. Brought my car to the dealer and said it's not…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · September 14, 2021

2019 Chevrolet Corvette — common questions

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 151 complaints put the 2019 model at #14 of 62 Corvette years. It is one of the Corvette years to avoid.

What are the most common 2019 Corvette problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are tires & wheels (125 complaints), transmission (10 complaints), engine (4 complaints).

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.