2007 Chevrolet Corvette problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 71 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette, most often about fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion. There is 1 recall for this model year.

Complaints
71
Recalls
1
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Median mileage
34,000 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion is the most-reported problem area, named in 40 of 71 complaints (56%).
  • Transmission & Drivetrain (11) and engine (9) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 34,000 mi.
  • Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires and 1 injury.
  • The 2007 Chevrolet Corvette has 1 recall on file.
  • NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations covering this vehicle.
  • It ranks 4th of 21 Chevrolet Corvette model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 29% more complaints than the 2006 model year (55).

2007 Chevrolet Corvette problems by category

  • 40 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain · 1 crash
    11 complaints
  • Engine · 1 crash
    9 complaints
  • Airbags
    5 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    4 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    3 complaints
  • Steering
    3 complaints
  • Electrical System
    2 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    2 complaints
  • Brakes
    2 complaints
  • Lighting
    1 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts · 1 crash
    1 complaints
  • Suspension
    1 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Fuel/propulsion system35
Power train9
Engine9
Air bags5
Steering3
Electronic stability control (esc)3
Fuel system, gasoline3
Unknown or other3

When problems happen (mileage)

5Under 10k710k–30k930k–60k760k–100k2100k–150k1150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette complaints that list mileage.

2007 Chevrolet Corvette recalls (1)

  • Recall 14V251000May 14, 2014103,158 vehicles
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured March 29, 2004, through June 22, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) housing can expand and cause the headlamp low beam relay control circuit wire to bend. If the wire is repeatedly bent, it may fracture causing a loss of low beam headlamp illumination.

    Risk: The loss of low beam headlamp illumination will decrease the driver's visibility, as well as the vehicle's conspicuity to other motorists, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a jumper wire to correct this condition, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 13146. Note: Model year 2008-2013 Chevrolet Corvettes will be covered under customer satisfaction program number 14203 for the same issue.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • EA13007Opened Aug 23, 2013Closed Jun 24, 2014led to recall 14V251000

    Simultaneous Loss of Low-Beam Headlights

    On May 14, 2014, General Motors (GM) submitted a Part 573 defect information report initiating NHTSA Safety Recall 14V-251 to remedy the subject vehicles.GM will remedy a defect condition in the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) by modifying the vehicle's electrical harnessing.GM also announced a customer satisfaction bulletin to address this issue on model year (MY) 2008-2013 Chevrolet Corvettes.Both programs will be conducted free of charge.According to GM, when the engine heats up and cools down (from normal use), the plastic material in the UBEC housing expands at a different rate …

  • PE13013Opened May 6, 2013Closed Aug 26, 2013

    Loss of Low Beam Headlights

    The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 30 reports from consumers alleging that, after driving for a short time (5 to 30 minutes), both low beam headlights stopped working simultaneously and without warning. The low beam headlights remained inoperative for the remainder of the drive cycle, however no other lighting is affected.General Motors (GM) provided information in response to ODI's information request letter explaining that the loss of headlights is caused by a fractured low beam circuit wire in the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC), a device …

Recent 2007 Chevrolet Corvette complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Aug 29, 2026WITransmission & Drivetrain
    A mismatched gear indicator where the dashboard shows "Park" but the transmission is actually in "Reverse" is dangerous that creates a severe rollaway risk.When this first happened I pulled into my garage and put the car into park and took my foot off brake and with out me realizing the car was moving backwards I nearly ran over someone. Could've been very serious.I had the vehicle inspected at the dealer and told them this is serious safety issue, they said they could do…
    NHTSA complaint #11760522 · source
  2. Filed Mar 30, 202611,500 miTXFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked at the residence, after exiting the vehicle, the contact became aware of an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that a special coverage had expired. The failure mileage…
    NHTSA complaint #11728106 · source
  3. Filed May 20, 2025AZFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    Fuel smell - possible fuel leak - the issue had been previously addressed with replacement of fuel subassembly in both saddle tanks. I believe that it is happening again ...
    NHTSA complaint #11662113 · source
  4. Filed May 19, 2025COFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    There was a strong fuel smell after the last 2 times I drove it. I took it to the shop and they tell me the evap canister was saturated and the fuel pump had small cracks in it likely seeping when the car heats up. I am having the fuel pump replaced, the evap canister and several seals/hoses in hopes it won't leak again.
    NHTSA complaint #11661881 · source
  5. Filed May 2, 2025AZFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    After filling the tank with fuel, I was immediately aware of a strong smell of gas. I am always extremely careful not to overfill causing any fuel to escape. The heavy smell/escape of fumes is such that the car simply can’t be put in my garage. The risk of igniting and fire is a risk that is unacceptable. General Motors knows about this issue as they did notify me in 2017 that my car could have this condition and that if it did, they would fix it at no charge. I didn’t have…
    NHTSA complaint #11658490 · source
  6. Filed Nov 11, 2024PAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    Fuel smell but no leaks detected, can't store car in garage because of fumes. Worried when driving a fire will occur Had a service bulletin 150682 special vehicle adjustment, need help.
    NHTSA complaint #11624613 · source
  7. Filed Jun 26, 202422,000 miCAVisibility & Wipers
    The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was a loud creaking and popping noise coming from the sunroof. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The contact was concerned about the safety of the vehicle. The manufacturer was made of the failure and advised the contact to reach out to NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage approximately was 22,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11596901 · source
  8. Filed May 15, 2024VAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The fuel tank leaks after filling with fuel, resulting in gas vapors filling the garage. This is a known issue with many C6 corvettes. May result in a fire or explosion
    NHTSA complaint #11588921 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology