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2023 Chevrolet Corvette problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2023 Chevrolet Corvette sits mid-pack among Corvette years: 32 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 27, with a single recall and no defect investigations. Reports tied to this model year include one death and 4 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

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

32

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

5

Fires reported

4

Injuries

1

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Corvette years?

Corvette NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 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, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Chevrolet Corvette problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other619%
Transmission619%
Electrical System516%
Brakes39%
Driver Assistance39%
Visibility & Wipers26%
Fuel System26%
Speed Control13%
Body & Structure13%
Suspension13%
Seat Belts13%
Engine13%

Does the 2023 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?

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

25V536000Fuel SystemAugust 21, 2025 · 23,656 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023–2026 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles equipped with a left-side radiator/fan combination. Excess fuel may spill into the vehicle fuel-filler pocket during refueling and leak onto an ignition source.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will install a shield to divert spilled fuel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252514930.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“My fiancé, [XXX] died on [XXX], while driving his 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible . He was passing another car on a straight road ,A witness confirmed he was not speeding excessively. Suddenly, he lost control of the vehicle, crashed, and the car burst into flames. I’ve since learned…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 19, 2025 · crash · fire

“On [XXX] I was driving my corvette in Atlantic City, New Jersey, which at that time I noticed smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. I looked at my dash to see if any warning lights or check engine lights were on and nothing Indicate there was a problem. So I did continue to drive to get to a…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · October 29, 2024 · fire

“Component/System: Fuel System – Fuel Filler / Left-Side Radiator and Cooling Fan Assembly (subject to NHTSA Recall 25V536). What happened: On June 15, 2024, I was refueling my 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 at a BP gas station in Phillipsburg, New Jersey. As I removed the fuel pump nozzle from the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 15, 2024 · fire

“When drive slowly, sometimes it grinds really lound when the wheels are wet or dry. Took it to 2 different dealers, they said it's normal. I have video for both incidents. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 17, 2024

“The vehicle has had rear and front camera failure within 72 hours of me buying it (91 miles); and I let my sales guy know, we decided to bring it by the dealership one day when it is malfunctioning. I got it to act up that Saturday 3/18/23 with 123 miles, and it showed 2 DTC's (B1A62 and U0131),…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · March 18, 2023

2023 Chevrolet Corvette — common questions

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?

It is close to typical for the Corvette: 32 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2023 Corvette problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (6 complaints), other (6 complaints), electrical system (5 complaints).

Does the 2023 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2023 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.