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2020 Chevrolet Corvette problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 42 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.6 times the median Corvette year — the 2020 model ranks #26 of 62 Corvette years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across body & structure (10), transmission (6), and other (5), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

42

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other Corvette years?

Corvette NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 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, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Chevrolet Corvette problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure1024%
Transmission614%
Other512%
Visibility & Wipers410%
Engine410%
Electrical System37%
Brakes37%
Suspension25%
Driver Assistance25%
Tires & Wheels12%
Fuel System12%
Lighting12%

Does the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?

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

20V581000Seat BeltsSeptember 24, 2020 · 5 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The driver's seat belt retractor may not lock as intended during a crash.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the driver's seat belt fails to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side seat-belt retractor, free of charge. The recall began October 15, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202307690.

20V588000BrakesSeptember 24, 2020 · 3,677 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.

Consequence

If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202307260.

20V489000Electrical SystemAugust 18, 2020 · 7,071 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. Despite visual and audible warnings, the vehicle can be driven with the front trunk lid unlatched.

Consequence

An unlatched hood can open when driving above a certain speed, obstructing the driver's forward view and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software in the vehicle's Body Control Module to limit the vehicle speed to 26 mph when the hood is not completely closed and latched, free of charge. In addition, the operation of the hood release on the key fob will be modified to reduce the likelihood of inadvertent hood release actuations. Owners also may allow the vehicle to be remedied via an Over-The-Air (OTA) software update. The recall began September 24, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202311160.

20V461000Electrical SystemAugust 6, 2020 · 5,141 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The release button located inside the front trunk compartment may not function after the vehicle has been shut off for ten minutes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

Consequence

If a person climbs inside the front trunk compartment and closes the lid, they may be trapped inside, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software in the vehicle's Body Control Module (BCM) to allow the release switch to always work, free of charge. Owners also may allow the vehicle to be remedied via an Over-The-Air (OTA) software update. The recall began September 3, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202309350.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“I WAS PULLING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND ONTO THE CITY ROAD DRIVING ABOUT 30-40 MPH AND MY FRONT TRUNK OPENED ON IT'S OWN. I HAD NO WARNING SIGNS OR GOT NO AUDIBLE ALERTS WHEN MY FRONT TRUNK OPENED ON ITS OWN. I'VE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH MY DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID GM WARRANTY WILL NOT COVER THE PROBLEM…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · July 1, 2020

“My left rear axel/rear differential/ control arm snapped with normal driving and breaking. It is available for inspection. This mechanical failure made me loose control of my vehicle on the busy freeway and threw me across a lane into the freeway center divider. Nearly caused a pile up accident and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 6, 2026 · crash

“My left rear axel/rear differential/ control arm snapped with normal driving and breaking. It is available for inspection. This mechanical failure made me loose control of my vehicle on the busy freeway and threw me across a lane into the freeway center divider. Nearly caused a pile up accident and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 6, 2026 · crash

“THE 2020 CHEVROLET CORVETTE COUPE WITH THE 1LT TRIM PACKAGE DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE 20 DEGREE MINIMUM HORIZONTAL FIELD OF VIEW REQUIREMENT AS OUTLINED IN US DOT TP-111V-01. THE INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR IS ESSENTIALLY USELESS GIVEN THE SMALL SIZE OF THE REAR HATCH GLASS. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE 1LT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · September 17, 2020

“RECEIVED 2020 CORVETTE ON 9/15/20, ON 9/24/20 WENT TO USE THE CAR TO DO TO DOCTOR. THE CAR STARTED AND THEN WOULD NOT RUN. HAD ALL KIND OF MESSAGE; SERVICE ENGINE, NO OIL PRESSURE; TRACTION CONTROL, HAD BAD SMELL. HAD TO HAVE FLATBED TOW TRUCK GET THE CAR AND TAKE IT TO A CHEVROLET DEALER. CAR HAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 24, 2020

2020 Chevrolet Corvette — common questions

Is the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 42 complaints put the 2020 model at #26 of 62 Corvette years. It is one of the Corvette years to avoid.

What are the most common 2020 Corvette problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are body & structure (10 complaints), transmission (6 complaints), other (5 complaints).

Does the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2020 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.