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2011 Chevrolet Corvette recalls & problems

The 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has 1 safety recall and 85 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (48 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints85filed by owners
Crashes · fires2 · 1reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths0 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

StructureOct 3, 2011

Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Hinge and attachments

Recall 11V4910005,755 vehicles

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.
Fix
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.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2011 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

2011 Chevrolet Corvette 2 DR RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 2 DR RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

2011 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 2 DR RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Corvette

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

6.2 L · 8 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

Corvette

18mpg combined
City / highway15 / 24 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

7 L · 8 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,550/year to fuel

Corvette

18mpg combined
City / highway15 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

6.2 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel

Corvette

16mpg combined
City / highway14 / 20 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

6.2 L · 8 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $5,150/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Fuel/propulsion system4800048,300 mi
Power train1120021,000 mi
Air bags1010013,773 mi
Electronic stability control (esc)500010,700 mi
Service brakes500015,500 mi
Engine501037,015 mi
Unknown or other400039,500 mi
Electrical system300026,000 mi
Steering2000—
Tires1000—
Engine and engine cooling1100—
Exterior lighting1000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.