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ProblemsByVin File / 2014-CHEVROLET-CORVETTE NHTSA data synced 8 hours ago
2014 · Chevrolet

Chevrolet Corvette problems

61 owner complaints and 3 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2014 Corvette?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 5 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
8 reports · fails ~16,950 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
electrical
6 reports · fails ~32,990 mi · avg $850
moderate
steering
6 reports · fails ~4,669 mi · avg $700
moderate
engine
4 reports · fails ~4,023 mi · avg $3,100
severe
lighting
3 reports · fails ~31,000 mi · avg $250
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 Corvette · engine Fire
2014 Chevrolet corvette. Consumer writes in regards to faullty valve spring which resulted in an explosion. The consumer stated the manufacturer was notified of the engine failure prior to the explosion. The manufacturer did not offer any assistance.
2014 Corvette · powertrain
Engine shakes violently at all RPM ranges,vibrates whole car engine mounts are fine driveline defective car was inpspected by dealer says $6,000 to $8,000 to repair.
2014 Corvette · electrical
The vehicle dic display goes blank periodically. The analog gauges work at all times. When the display is blank, and while driving, the analogs will go full scale and all warning lights will illuminate for a few seconds. Then the analog gauges return to normal operation. While…
2014 Corvette · airbags
Takata recall: on 11/1/16 I took my car to ferman chev. For recall defective air bags. Dealership phone # 8136232411, email www.fermanchevy.com , 9751 adamo dr. Tampa,fl 33619. To date 11/27/16 my car is still not repaired and remains at forman. I keep getting runaround both…
11/27/2016 · at 9,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10928097.0
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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 14V377000 June 26, 2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured February 12, 2014, to March 14, 2014

A sudden change in vehicle handling increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both of the rear shock absorbers, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1- 800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14302.
severe NHTSA 14V342000 June 19, 2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured November 20, 2013, to March 25, 2014, and equipped with optional sport seats

In the event of a crash necessitating side impact air bag deployment, an unbelted young child may be at an increased risk of neck injury.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's side impact air bag, free of charge. The recall is began in early August 2014. Owners should not allow small children to ride in vehicles unbelted or in the front passenger seat. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14240.
severe NHTSA 14V299000 June 6, 2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured April 23, 2014 to April 25, 2014

If the SDM short circuits, the air bags may not deploy and the seat belt pretensioners may not activate in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM), free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14219.

Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA

EA Air Bags › Frontal · opened September 2021

NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA21002 on NHTSA →

How NHTSA investigations work, and what's open now →

Common questions

Is the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 61 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 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.

Should you avoid the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette?

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average; 3 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 8 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 16,950 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 16,950 miles. 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 2014 Chevrolet Corvette?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 61 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, 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 are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 8 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Chevrolet/Corvette. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Chevrolet. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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