NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 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 2021 Chevrolet Corvette has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 11 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
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT22V091000
Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left or right rear half-shaft assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212351320.
Reported 2022-02-17
AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT21V421000
Risk: The air bag malfunction indicator light may fail to warn the driver of a problem with the air bag, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this
Reported 2021-06-10
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
11 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.