NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Chevrolet Corvette
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The Chevrolet Corvette is America's iconic two-seat sports car, competing in the performance coupe and convertible segment against European exotic machinery at a fraction of the price. Since the mid-engine pivot introduced with the C8 generation, it targets driving enthusiasts who want serious track capability alongside everyday usability. It is a distinctly focused machine, not a family hauler, and its safety profile reflects that specialization.
The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 147 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.
- shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
Reviewers generally regard the mid-engine C8 Corvette as a landmark American performance car, praising its sharp handling, strong straight-line performance, and the dramatic improvement in overall refinement and interior quality compared to earlier generations. Most find the cabin noticeably more polished and the ride more composed than the model's raw performance credentials might suggest, though some note the two-seat layout and low roofline limit everyday practicality.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE18V360000
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the air bags do not deploy as designed, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18195.
Reported 2018-05-31
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
147 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.