chevrolet Corvette problems
0 safety recalls. 80 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 7 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE OEM KEYS WERE NOT CONNECTING ELECTRONICALLY TO START THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED FOR OVER FIVE YEARS. THE DEALER (CRYSTAL CHEVROLET, 1035 S SUNCOAST BLVD, HOMOSASSA, FL 34448, (352) 436-4371) WAS…
My Corvette c6 model has had a longterm issue with the left fuel pump, which I was not made aware of by the local dealership servicing my vehicle or the manufacturer, General Motors. I recently discovered the fuel pump issue, which results in a significant fuel leak thru the…
There is a strong fuel smell in the cabin of my car and in my garage if the gas tank is above a half tank.
ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. HISTORY: ON 11/17/18 BEFORE DRIVING MY VEHICLE I HAD TO ADJUST MY DRIVER'S SEAT ALL THE WAY BACK TO ACCOMMODATE MY LONG LEGS AFTER ANOTHER PERSON HAD PREVIOUSLY MOVED THE SEAT FORWARD WHEN THEY WERE SITTING IN THE VEHICLE. WHEN I STARTED THE VEHICLE THE ABS…
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Common questions
Is the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 80 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 10 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Chevrolet Corvette has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2013 Chevrolet Corvette?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 80 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.