NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 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 2020 Chevrolet Corvette has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 33 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.
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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
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR20V581000
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the driver's seat belt fails to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side seat-belt retractor, free of charge. The recall began October 15, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202307690.
Reported 2020-09-24
SERVICE BRAKES20V588000
Risk: If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202307260.
Reported 2020-09-24
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE20V489000
Risk: An unlatched hood can open when driving above a certain speed, obstructing the driver's forward view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software in the vehicle's Body Control Module to limit the vehicle speed to 26 mph when the hood is not completely closed and latched, free of charge. In addition, the operation of the hood release on the key fob will be modified to reduce the likelihood of inadvertent hood release actuations. Owners also may allow the vehicle to be remedied via a
Reported 2020-08-18
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK20V461000
Risk: If a person climbs inside the front trunk compartment and closes the lid, they may be trapped inside, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software in the vehicle's Body Control Module (BCM) to allow the release switch to always work, free of charge. Owners also may allow the vehicle to be remedied via an Over-The-Air (OTA) software update. The recall began September 3, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202309350.
Reported 2020-08-06
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
33 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.