Recalls ·2011 Chevrolet Corvette

2011 Chevrolet Corvette recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette; the most frequently affected component is structure — hinge and attachments. Owners filed 85 complaints, most often about fuel/propulsion system. Among the 25 model years of this model in the database, 2011 ranks #17 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints85
Fires reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Structure — Hinge and attachmentsCampaign 11V491000 · 03 Oct 2011

Problem: General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 chevrolet corvette coupe vehicles, manufactured from january 24, 2011, through september 1, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 206, "door locks and door retention components". The rear hatch hinges may not meet the load requirements specified in the safety standard.

Risk: The rear hatch could separate in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Gm will notify owners and dealers will replace both rear hatch hinges free of charge. The safety recall began on october 14, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Fuel/propulsion system29 · 72%
Engine4 · 10%
Service brakes3 · 8%
Power train3 · 8%
Air bags2 · 5%
Unknown or other2 · 5%
Electronic stability control (esc)1 · 2%
Vehicle speed control1 · 2%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

My 2011 grand sport corvette has a fuel smell/leak on the driver side fuel tank. Gm has already recognized this defect. I need this repair made on this defect made at gm's expense.

Fuel/propulsion system · Dec 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

The front right brake hose that connects the brake 'hard lines' to the caliper failed. The rubber portion separated from the fitting on the caliper causing complete brake failure. Brake pedal went to the floor and all brake fluid dumped out onto the ground and inside of the wheel. The vehicle was traveling at high…

Service brakes · Dec 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

I had just put gas in the car. Parked it and later noticed a gas fuel odor in my garage. After reseaching it on line, this is a known problem with the vehicle. There is a fuel tank issue with the car and gm is not taking responsiblity for it.

Fuel/propulsion system · Aug 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

Gasoline drips out under the car after fill up. About 1/2 quart comes out and makes a puddle about 5 foot in diameter. Happens after every fill up. I turned in a NTHTSA complaint about fuel vapor smells after fill up on 9/6/2020 but heard nothing back. The problem has obviously progressed to leaking liquid gasoline on…

Fuel/propulsion system · Nov 2022 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.